Milei becomes Italian: root dispute and criticism of Meloni's decision!

Milei becomes Italian: root dispute and criticism of Meloni's decision!

In a surprising step, Argentina's President Javier Milei was awarded Italian citizenship in Rome on Friday. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni gave him the award during an official visit in which the two politicians welcomed themselves warmly. The decision to recognize Milei as an Italian is justified with his Italian roots: the grandparents of the President emerge to Argentina at the beginning of the 20th century. As Augsburger-allgemeine.de reported.

The decision raises questions regarding equality in citizenship policy and focuses on the handling of immigration law in Italy. The controversy around Mileis new identity as Italians could also initiate further political debates in the coming weeks.