The Chamber approves the Fiscal Decree
Zeta Italy News. With 151 votes in favor, 111 against, and 4 abstentions the Fiscal Decree was approved by the Italian Chamber. Key measures include funds for the universal civil service, tax relief for small businesses, and a revised 2xmille (Italian tax contribution to political parties and cultural institutions) allocation cap of 30 million euros. It assigns 4.7 billion for the Transition 4.0 tax credit, to incentivise technological and digital transformation of businesses.
Contestation by the Judicial Council for the new Flussi Decree
The Flussi Decree is law. It defines the “safe countries” for the deportation of migrants, such as Bangladesh, Morocco and Egypt. It also classifies border control contracts as confidential and transfers responsibility for approving asylum seekers’ detention to Appeal Courts. The Judicial Court harshly criticized the decree, which is going to lengthen the duration of court rulings.
120th anniversary of the Rome synagogue with President Mattarella and Community leaders
Top representatives from the City of Rome and the Jewish Community, as well as President Sergio Mattarella, attended the event for the 120th anniversary of the Rome Synagogue. “Our core values, as set by the Constitution, must be defended and promoted,” said Roman Chief Rabbi Riccardo Di Segni. He then thanked Mattarella and defined him “primary guarantor of the country’s stability”
Meloni and Orban meeting, essential to explore new anti-migration strategies
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban met in Rome on December 4. The meeting took place behind closed doors. They discussed the importance of countering illegal immigration with a stronger partnership between the two States.
Central to the meeting was the importance of exploring new ways to prevent and counter irregular migration, based on the Italy-Albania model, according to official government sources.
Automotive crisis in Italy, Minister Alberto Urso foresees new fund
The automotive crisis in Italy continues after Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares’ resignation, raising concerns about local plants. Minister for Enterprises and Made in Italy, Alberto D’Urso, assured that “resources for 2025 will exceed initial plans,” adding that from 2027, a 24 billion euro automotive fund will be available until 2036. “On December 17, Stellantis will present a development plan for Italian plants”, he said.
‘Ndragheta in northern Italy: arrested a nun
Authorities launched a major operation against the ‘Ndrangheta, leading to 25 arrests and the seizure of nearly two million euros in assets. Charges include political-mafia electoral collusion. Among those arrested are Giovanni Acri, former Brescia city councilor for Fratelli d’Italia, and Sister Anna Donnelli, accused of acting as a link to maintain connections with associates in prison.
A new protocol to combat gender violence in school
Minister of Education and merit Giuseppe Valditara and Gino Cecchettin, founder of the foundation dedicated to Giulia Cecchettin, signed a protocol to promote respect for women in schools, aiming to combat gender-based violence. The project includes training teachers in civic education, using peer tutoring and organizing meetings with young people.
Amazon drones, first test in Italian skies
For the first time in Italy, the new Amazon MK-30 drone has been used in the San Salvo area of the Abruzzo region. This is the first step in establishing the Prime Air Project drone delivery service in Europe. After announcing the success of the test, the company said it would work with the Italian authorities to ensure that deliveries meet all the necessary requirements.
X-Factor final show in Naples with Robbie Williams and Gigi d’Alessio
Great anticipation surrounds the Italian X-Factor finale on December 5. For the first time, the grand finale will take place in Naples at Piazza del Plebiscito. “It’s a free event that will attract many young people. It will be a moment of joy and widespread public participation,” commented Naples Mayor Gaetano Manfredi. Alongside the already-announced Robbie Williams, Gigi D’Alessio will make an appearance.
Tribute to Edoardo Bove at Fiorentina-Empoli match
During the Coppa Italia football game between Fiorentina and Empoli, fans at Florence’s Curva Fiesole displayed a choreography featuring red, purple, and white cards forming the number 4, honoring Edoardo Bove. The football player, who collapsed during a previous match, is out of intensive therapy. The game ended 2-2, with Empoli advancing thanks to penalties.
