The first priority for Italy is to fight the pandemic

The first priority is to fight the coronavirus pandemic, said the new Prime Minister of Italy and former President of the European Central Bank (ECB), Mario Draghi, while delivering his inaugural address in the Senate to present political priorities.

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We feel the pain of those who are suffering from the economic recession. The government will approve reforms and address emergencies.

The recovery fund forces us to pass reforms. We will approve the reform of the tax system.

Public administration reform cannot be delayed.

Italy must increase the efficiency of the judicial system.

Italy will be linked to its allies in the EU and the United States, but we will also seek dialogue with Russia.

We will seek a new pact with the EU on immigration policy.

As president of the G20, Italy will boost efforts to exit the covid pandemic and promote “green and sustainable” economic growth.

My government cannot succeed without strong support from parliament. Political parties have a “duty” to show unity.

My government will strengthen the use of renewable energy.

The recovery fund can be modified, but the main points remain those established by the last government.

The government will invest in digital infrastructure, including 5g.

Italy’s recovery plan will include projects to be completed in 6 years.

The Italian Ministry of Finance will be in charge of the recovery plan.

As during the immediate post-war period, Italy now needs a “new reconstruction”.

Debt will increase but waste must be avoided.

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