Economy · PoliticsWhy Italy's Women Workers Hold the Key to National Recovery
Italy's female employment rate lags Europe at 58%. Discover new 2026 hiring incentives, childcare support, and what changes mean for working mothers.
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Economy · PoliticsItaly's Small Business Credit Crisis: Why €70B Vanished in 14 Years
Italy's micro and small firms lost 37% of their credit access since 2011. New reforms aim to reshape the guarantee fund and unlock alternative funding channels for entrepreneurs.
Politics · EconomyItaly's Defence Spending Falls Behind EU Peers as Budget Constraints Tighten
Italy alone in EU to cut defence spending as share of GDP in 2026 despite NATO pressure. Impact on NATO role, Leonardo and Fincantieri contracts, jobs.
Politics · EconomyEU Tightens Sanctions on Russia as Kyiv Faces Deadliest Strikes—What It Means for Italy
EU's 21st Russia sanctions package after deadly Kyiv strikes: how energy prices, trade compliance, and costs affect Italy residents and businesses.
Economy · PoliticsPermanent Jobs Surge While Italy's Temporary Contracts Collapse: What Workers Need to Know
Italy's employment shift reveals permanent job growth while temporary contracts decline. Discover how this affects your career and opportunities in 2026.
Sports · PoliticsItaly's Football Federation Races to Appoint Coach and Director Within Days Under Political Pressure
FIGC's new president gives 7-day deadline to appoint Maldini and Conte. Government support hinges on reforms. What it means for Serie A clubs and Italy's World Cup hopes.
Politics · National NewsItaly's NATO Gambit: Meloni Balances Defense Spending, Trump Pressure, and Sovereignty Over U.S. Bases
Italy pledges 2.8% GDP defense spending for NATO, faces 5% target pressure from Trump, and navigates Ukraine aid and U.S. base access disputes at Ankara summit.
Politics · EconomyItaly Reclaims Pirelli: How Golden Power Blocked Chinese Control and Unlocked a $1.2B U.S. Expansion
Italy's Golden Power decree cuts Chinese seats at Pirelli, paving way for $1.2B U.S. investment. Strategic tech protected as Sinochem faces legal challenges.
Politics · National NewsItaly Postpones Electoral Reform Vote to July 14 Amid Coalition Divisions
Italy delays electoral reform vote to July 14 amid coalition splits over closed lists and 42% threshold. What the proposed changes mean for voters.