Our Scans · Italy · Weekly Summary

• [New] Respondents fear criminal risk for raising tax disputes in Italy and France. National Foreign Trade Council
• [New] European Union: The E.U. has threatened to impose retaliatory tariffs on American products, which could disproportionately hurt export-dependent economies like Germany, France, and Italy. archyde
• [New] 48% reported an increase in non-payment risks, especially in markets such as the US, the UK, and Italy. Insurance Business
• [New] An entrepreneur could choose Italy's Investor Visa (€250,000 into startups) to benefit from favorable tax treatment while maintaining easy access to the UK and EU markets. Anglotopia.net
• [New] Discussion has centered around the risks of nuclear power, and nations such as Italy, Belgium, Spain, and Switzerland are moving away from nuclear energy. SpringerLink
• [New] In 2050, if the drought in southern Europe is particularly severe, losses could reach 20 billion euros in Spain and Italy. AtCoMedia. Inc
• Preliminary inflation figures from Germany, France, Italy and Spain will be closely watched amid growing uncertainty on trade and energy costs. (2025) New CA Site
• A closed-door hearing at the European Parliament last week could have been an opportunity for the Italian government to engage seriously on European Union concerns over the rule of law in Italy and make clear commitments to uphold core EU values. Human Rights Watch
• Only a minority of western Europeans believe their national militaries could effectively defend their countries in the event of a third world war, ranging from a low of 16% in Italy to a high of 44% in France. Global News
• Morocco and Tunisia - two relatively stable North African countries - have excellent solar potential, and with Turkey, they could provide as much solar power as Spain, France, Italy and Germany combined. Centre for European Reform
• In the naval realm, the European Patrol Corvette project brings together France, Italy, Spain, and Greece to co-develop a new class of modular warships for the 2030s, intended to be a common platform for multiple EU navies. Defence Finance Monitor
• WBD plans to launch its HBO Max service in Britain, Ireland, Italy and Germany in 2026, having recently reverted to the HBO Max branding after two years of calling the service Max. The Independent
• Italy is currently the third-largest economy in the Eurozone, and its departure could have ripple effects throughout the EU. FasterCapital
• While some argue that leaving the EU would allow Italy to regain control over its economic policies and potentially boost growth, others worry that it could lead to a significant downturn. FasterCapital
• Italy is the third-largest economy in the Eurozone, and its departure could lead to a significant disruption in the EU's economic stability. FasterCapital
• The political instability and uncertainty caused by Italy's departure could fuel anti-EU sentiments and lead to calls for similar referendums in other countries. FasterCapital
• Italy is heavily dependent on the EU for trade, and leaving the EU could lead to a significant decline in trade and investment. FasterCapital
• While leaving the EU could enable Italy to pursue more independent economic policies, it could lead to significant economic disruption and uncertainty. FasterCapital
• The decision to leave the EU is a complex one that will have significant economic implications for Italy. FasterCapital
• Partnerships like the one between the United States and Italy will be critical to maintaining security, stability and access in space. MilitarySpot.com
• Prospective migrant workers looking to move to Italy in 2025 may benefit from expanded visa opportunities in high-demand sectors. travelobiz
• The largest number of polling stations will be set up in countries with significant Romanian communities: 161 in Italy and Malta, 147 in Spain, 108 in the United Kingdom, 88 in Germany, 69 in France and Monaco, 64 in the Republic of Moldova, and 50 in the United States. Romania Insider
• The concurrent strikes in Italy and Greece are expected to have a ripple effect on air travel across Europe. Mathrubhumi

Last updated: 13 June 2025