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Italy overhauls electoral system after fiercely contested debate

Italy overhauls electoral system after fiercely contested debate
BBC World Thursday 08 October 2026, 12:02 UTC 1 min read
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Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says the move will deliver more stable government, but opposition parties say her aim is to stay in power.

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says the move will deliver more stable government, but opposition parties say her aim is to stay in power.
Italy (LOCATION) Giorgia Meloni (PERSON)
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