Javier Milei Meets Giorgia Meloni in Italy

President Javier Milei of Argentina is set to embark on a trip to Italy to strengthen relations with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. His agenda includes a meeting with the CEO of Rio Tinto Group and receiving the Milton Friedman International Prize on Friday, followed by a speech at the Atreju youth festival on Saturday. The trip, which emphasizes political and personal connections between Milei and Meloni, also involves interviews with the media and a meeting with Stellantis CEO John Elkann. Meanwhile, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain have commenced their own state visit to Italy, starting with a stop at the Royal Academy of Spain in Rome. The royal couple engaged with the Spanish community and celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Hispanitas Italiano Association. Their visit will include various formal events and receptions over three days.