Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:01am on 19 Dec 2024,Thursday International
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has defended her friendship with billionaire Elon Musk, dismissing claims of influence over her policies. Addressing parliament before the EU summit, Meloni stated, “I don’t take orders from anyone.” A photo of Meloni and Musk at a September event had sparked dating rumors online. Meloni highlighted her government’s push to regulate private space activities and attract $7.3 billion in foreign investments, including from Musk's SpaceX, by 2026. She emphasized past leaders’ subservience to foreign powers and asserted her independence despite maintaining good relationships with influential figures. Musk has praised Meloni as "authentic" and "honest."
