United States President Joe Biden and
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen both
congratulated new Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni after her
government was sworn in on Saturday and said they looked forward
to working with her.
"I congratulate Giorgia Meloni on becoming the new Prime
Minister of Italy," Biden said in a message released by the
White House.
"Italy is a vital NATO Ally and close partner as our nations
together address shared global challenges.
"As leaders in the G7, I look forward to continuing to advance
our support for Ukraine, hold Russia accountable for its
aggression, ensure respect for human rights and democratic
values, and build sustainable economic growth".
Von der Leyen stressed the importance of Meloni being "the first
woman to hold the post" of Italian premier in a Twitter post.
"I count on and look forward to constructive cooperation with
the new government on the challenges we face together," she
said.
European Council President Charles Michel also congratulated the
Brothers of Italy (FdI) leader. "Let's work together for the
benefit of Italy ���� and the EU ����," Michel tweeted. "I await you
at the European Council to work together for the good of the
European Union #EUCO," he added, writing the last line in
Italian. In her congratulatory message, European Parliament
President Roberta Metsola stressed that Europe was facing
"enormous challenges. "Let's help our citizens and support
Ukraine, remaining united and determined," she added. "Europe
needs Italy. Together we will overcome every difficulty".
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