From Nationalist Outsider
As Italy moves forward, Meloni’s role will remain central. Whether she becomes one of the longest-serving prime ministers in the country’s history or a transitional figure in a changing political landscape, her impact on Italian and European politics is already substantial. She has reshaped the right, challenged traditional party structures, and redefined what leadership looks like for a new generation of conservatives in Europe.
Over time, Giorgia Meloni has also worked to strengthen her position within Italy’s state institutions, understanding that long-term influence depends not only on elections but on credibility within the administrative, legal, and diplomatic systems. Unlike some populist leaders who openly clash with bureaucracies, she has largely chosen a strategy of gradual alignment. By appointing experienced civil servants and technocrats to key roles, she has tried to ensure that her government functions smoothly and avoids major institutional crises.
