Italy’s Meloni says defense spending should benefit local firms

  • June 24, 2025

Investing.com -- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni addressed parliament on Tuesday regarding the country’s defense spending, emphasizing that any increased military expenditures should primarily benefit Italian companies.

During her parliamentary address, Meloni stated that if Italy increases its defense budget to fulfill international commitments, these additional funds should flow to domestic firms rather than foreign companies.

The prime minister’s comments come as Italy faces pressure to meet its defense spending obligations within NATO agreements.

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