Italy’s Prime Minister Georgia Meloni has created a new history in the country’s politics. After assuming power, she has become the leader who has held the top post for the longest time in a single term in the history of Italy, having remained the Prime Minister for 3 consecutive years and 316 days. The special thing is that in a country like Italy, where frequent change of governments has been common, Meloni’s continuous stay in power is being considered a big proof of his political strength.
150 year old record broken
With this achievement Meloni has left behind former Prime Minister Giovanni Lanza. Lanza was the Prime Minister from 14 December 1869 to 10 July 1873 and his single tenure was 3 years 208 days. Meloni has broken this record with 3 years 316 days. In post-war Italy, Meloni is now the first person to remain in power for a single term, followed by Matteo Renzi at second place with 2 years 294 days and Giuseppe Zanardelli at third place with 2 years 261 days.
Berlusconi’s record still stands out
However, overall, the record of serving as Prime Minister for the longest time in post-war Italy still remains in the name of former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi. He ruled the country for about 9 years in four different terms. But Meloni is now at the forefront of running a government together.
Meloni became a new example of stability
This achievement of Meloni shows his hold on Italian politics and the stability of the government. She is not only the first female Prime Minister of Italy, but has also now become a new symbol of stability in the country’s political history. His supporters are calling it a big victory, while for the opposition it is being seen as a big challenge before the upcoming elections.