Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni recently expressed her admiration for Elon Musk, sharing her belief that his vision and dedication could be an asset to both Italy and the United States. This statement comes shortly after Donald Trump’s success in the U.S. elections. “I am convinced that his commitment and vision will be an important resource for the United States and Italy,” she tweeted (translated from Italian), describing Musk as a friend.
Nelle scorse ore ho sentito l’amico @elonmusk. Sono convinta che il suo impegno e la sua visione potranno rappresentare un’importante risorsa per gli Stati Uniti e per l’Italia, in uno spirito di collaborazione volto ad affrontare le sfide future. pic.twitter.com/sAqHNG1kaG
— Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) November 7, 2024
This mutual admiration follows Musk’s praise of Meloni during a prominent awards ceremony in New York in September. At the event, Musk presented Meloni with the Atlantic Council Global Citizen Award, publicly recognising her qualities of “authenticity, honesty, and truthfulness” — traits he said are often scarce in political leaders.
A Growing Bond?
The rapport between Musk and Meloni appears rooted in shared political perspectives. Musk, who has expressed support for Trump, seems to appreciate Meloni’s right-leaning approach and her ability to navigate both national and international issues. While her political stance aligns with Italy’s conservative right, Meloni has also demonstrated a commitment to global alliances, notably supporting Ukraine alongside other G7 nations.
Their connection isn’t new; Musk attended a meeting with Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party last December. During this visit, he addressed Italy’s low birth rate and urged Italians to increase the population, even hinting at challenges tied to unchecked migration—topics that align with Meloni’s conservative stance.
This evolving relationship between Musk and Meloni underscores a shared populist ideology that crosses borders, drawing interest on both sides of the Atlantic as their influence grows in politics and beyond.
