On September 4, 2026, the Italian government led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reached 1413 days of continuous work. This is one day more than the record of the previous cabinet of Silvio Berlusconi from 2001 to 2005.
Meloni, leader of the Brothers of Italy party, took office on October 22, 2022, after winning the elections. Her right-wing coalition of three parties became the first in the post-war period to last this long without interruptions.
In a country where 68 governments have changed since 1946, with an average term of about 13 months, this event stands out. Meloni marked the achievement at a rally in Bari, calling stability 'the first big reform'.
The Prime Minister emphasized that the coalition's resilience allowed Italy to stop being 'a country under special surveillance' in Europe. According to her, this strengthened its position on the international stage and helped in negotiations on EU migration policy.
Among the achievements of Meloni's government are employment growth of more than one million people, a reduction in income taxes for low- and middle-income workers by 21 billion euros, and a decrease in the yield of Italian bonds thanks to market confidence.
Opponents note that many of the country's key problems remain unresolved. Nevertheless, the cabinet's longevity contrasts with the frequent government changes in neighboring countries such as France and the United Kingdom.
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Meloni and her allies, including Matteo Salvini and Antonio Tajani, marked the milestone at a celebratory event in the port of Bari with thousands of supporters.
