Meloni government set to become Italy's longest-lasting postwar administration

Giorgia Meloni's hard-right government is set to become the longest-lasting in Italy's postwar history this week, according to The Local Italy. The coalition, which took office in October 2022, will surpass the previous record held by a centre-left administration that governed from 2013 to 2016.

The milestone comes as Italy prepares for elections expected next year, with the government facing considerable challenges despite its durability. The Local Italy reports that the coalition's longevity stands in contrast to the rapid turnover that has characterised Italian politics since the Second World War, where governments have lasted on average little more than a year.