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Meloni and Trump Strengthen US-Italy Trade and Defense Ties

4/20/2025

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Italian PM Giorgia Meloni met US President Donald Trump on April 17 to discuss trade and defense.
Trump expressed hope for a trade deal with the EU, despite existing tariff disputes on €380 billion of goods.
Meloni focused on collaboration, highlighting Italian investments in the US without criticizing Trump.
Both leaders committed to enhancing defense cooperation and infrastructure projects, reinforcing Western alliances.

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Italian PM Giorgia Meloni met US President Donald Trump on April 17 to discuss trade and defense.
Trump expressed hope for a trade deal with the EU, despite existing tariff disputes on €380 billion of goods.
Meloni focused on collaboration, highlighting Italian investments in the US without criticizing Trump.
Both leaders committed to enhancing defense cooperation and infrastructure projects, reinforcing Western alliances.