In a notable development for Italy, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the longest-serving administration in the country’s republican history. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan extended his congratulations to Meloni, acknowledging this significant achievement and expressing optimism about the future of Turkish-Italian relations. Meloni’s administration has surpassed the previous record set by Silvio Berlusconi’s second government, which governed for 1,412 days from 2001 to 2005, by reaching 1,413 consecutive days in office.
Since assuming office in October 2022, Giorgia Meloni has not only made history as Italy’s first female prime minister but has also cultivated a strong diplomatic rapport with Erdoğan. The two leaders have consistently engaged in dialogues concerning bilateral and regional issues, laying the groundwork for a robust partnership. Their collaborative efforts have been particularly evident in areas such as trade, investment, defense, energy, and migration, with both nations also aligning their approaches on regional matters like the situations in Libya and Ukraine.
A significant highlight of their cooperation was the fourth Türkiye-Italy Intergovernmental Summit held in Rome in April 2025. This summit, co-chaired by Meloni and Erdoğan, resulted in the signing of several agreements designed to enhance their strategic and economic ties. The summit underscored the commitment of both countries to deepen their partnership across various domains.
The relationship between Türkiye and Italy continues to evolve, with recent discussions emphasizing plans to boost trade and mutual investment. During a meeting on the sidelines of the NATO summit held in Ankara this past July, the leaders reiterated their intentions to strengthen cooperation in defense and other strategic sectors, reflecting a shared vision for a more integrated and collaborative future.