Italy Grants Citizenship to Argentina’s President

Italy granted citizenship to Argentina’s President Javier Milei based on his Italian ancestry, sparking controversy over its citizenship policies. Critics argue that granting citizenship based on distant heritage discriminates against children of immigrants born in Italy. While Italy’s laws allow citizenship by descent, they do not automatically confer it to those born in Italy. Liberal groups call for reforms, but the Italian government, led by PM Giorgia Meloni, opposes changes. Milei and Meloni discussed enhancing bilateral relations through a 2025-2030 Action Plan, focusing on judicial, security, and economic collaboration, particularly in energy and high-value industries.