ROME: Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has proposed the formation of a European Union combined army, emphasizing the need for closer European cooperation on defense.
Tajani, who leads the Forza Italia party, argued that a European military force is essential for effective peacekeeping and a united foreign policy.
Amid global challenges and powerful players, he stressed the role of the EU in protecting its citizens. The proposal comes as European defense cooperation gains prominence, particularly in the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has proposed a streamlined leadership structure for the 27-nation European Union, advocating for a single presidency instead of the current arrangement with separate roles for the European Council president and the European Commission president.
Tajani, who assumed leadership of Forza Italia after the death of Silvio Berlusconi last year, sees this governance change as crucial.
The upcoming European Parliament elections in June will serve as the initial test of Forza Italia’s popularity following the loss of its charismatic former leader.
