The new Italian government’s challenge to Europe
In June 2018, a self-proclaimed populist and antiestablishment government took office in Italy. A primary objective of this government is to renegotiate Italy’s relationship with Europe to put the country on a more rapid economic growth path.
This event will examine the challenges that the new Italian government poses for Europe and the euro. It will also review how consistent the new government’s policies are with the objectives of promoting economic growth, restoring public debt sustainability, and addressing the country’s banking sector weaknesses.
Agenda
9:45 AM
Registration
10:00 AM
Introduction:
Alex J. Pollock, R Street Institute
10:05 AM
Panel discussion
Panelists:
Carlo Bastasin, Brookings Institution
Desmond Lachman, AEI
Silvia Merler, Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies
Ashoka Mody, Princeton University
Luigi Zingales, University of Chicago
Moderator:
Alex J. Pollock, R Street Institute
11:30 AM
Q&A
12:00 PM
Adjournment
