is the Prime Minister of Italy, serving since October 2022, and the first woman to hold the position. She also leads the Brothers of Italy (Fratelli d’Italia), a right-wing, conservative political party. 

Political Role and Ideology

As head of the Italian government, Meloni focuses on a platform anchored in nationalism, traditional family values, and conservative economic policies. Her key policy focus areas include: 

• Immigration: Strict border control and opposition to mass, undocumented migration.
• Foreign Relations: Fostering strong ties with global conservative figures and maintaining support for Ukraine, while keeping a skeptical view of European Union supranational powers.
• Domestic Governance: Policies promoting economic self-sufficiency, law and order, and support for traditional family units. 

Background

A professional journalist by trade, Meloni began her political career in her teens. She previously served as Italy’s Minister for Youth in 2008 and co-founded Brothers of Italy in 2012.