At CPAC 2025, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni delivered a forceful appeal for Western nations to defend their civilizational identity and unity amid mounting global pressures. Framing her speech with historical pride, she emphasized the enduring cultural and strategic bond between Italy and the United States, celebrating the legacy of Italian Americans as ambassadors of creativity and national character. Meloni outlined her administration’s efforts to restore Italy’s global stature through reforms and modernization, directly countering predictions that her conservative government would bring international isolation. Instead, she cited economic growth, record employment, and a 60% drop in illegal migration as proof of success rooted in conservative governance that trusts its people over centralized control.
Meloni positioned Western civilization as a cultural synthesis of Greek philosophy, Roman law, and Christian morality—one built on the sanctity of life, individual freedom, and democratic sovereignty. She questioned whether the West could still defend these principles in the face of internal sabotage and external assault, particularly from forces such as cancel culture and ideological “wokeism” which she sees as undermining the West’s sense of self. For Meloni, reclaiming identity is not nostalgia but a precondition for cultural resilience and political stability.
Transatlantic solidarity, especially between Europe and the Americas, was central to her vision. While recognizing efforts to divide these allies, Meloni expressed confidence in continued unity, highlighting her alliance with former President Donald Trump and stating her belief that true leadership would resist such fragmentation. She dismissed narratives that portray Europe as lost, arguing instead that it remains a vital partner with strategic interests that must be defended—especially against autocratic regimes and mass illegal migration.
In a strong defense of U.S. Vice President JD Vance’s controversial remarks in Munich, Meloni agreed with his call to reflect on what Europe truly stands for—identity, democracy, and freedom of speech—rather than economic metrics alone. She condemned European elites for their outrage at Vance, suggesting they had failed to show similar indignation when Europe compromised its autonomy or opened its borders to uncontrolled migration. For Meloni, reclaiming pride in Europe’s foundational values is essential for its renewal.
She noted a shift across Europe as conservative movements gain ground, reflecting growing public concern over security and sovereignty. Pointing to Ukraine as a battleground for freedom, she emphasized the need for continued Western resolve and coordination, arguing that peace requires strength, courage, and moral clarity. Meloni asserted that under Trump’s leadership, the West would not repeat strategic errors like the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.
Meloni concluded by denouncing the left’s double standards: while global cooperation among progressive leaders is lauded, conservative collaboration is framed as dangerous. She rejected such portrayals, declaring that citizens increasingly support conservative platforms because they protect freedom, secure borders, and defend national heritage. Her final challenge to the audience was existential—whether to accept civilizational decline or fight to reverse it, whether to leave behind a stronger world or a diminished one. She reaffirmed her own choice to fight and thanked those who share in this struggle, positioning her speech as a rallying cry for a renewed, confident West.
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