Career Timeline of Giorgia Meloni: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Giorgia Meloni made an impact.

Giorgia Meloni is an Italian politician, currently serving as Prime Minister of Italy since 2022, the first woman to hold this position. She has been a member of the Chamber of Deputies since 2006. Meloni leads the Brothers of Italy (FdI), a right-wing to far-right party, since 2014. She also served as president of the European Conservatives and Reformists Party from 2020 to 2025.

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1992: Joined the Youth Front

In 1992, Giorgia Meloni joined the Youth Front, the youth wing of the Italian Social Movement (MSI).

1995: National Alliance Becomes MSI's Successor

In 1995, the National Alliance (AN) became the legal successor to the MSI, shifting towards national conservatism.

1996: Became National Leader of Student Action

In 1996, Giorgia Meloni became the national leader of Student Action, representing the movement in the Student Associations Forum.

1998: Elected as Councillor of the Province of Rome

From 1998, Giorgia Meloni served as a councillor of the province of Rome.

2000: Elected National Director

In 2000, Giorgia Meloni was elected as a national director.

2002: End of term as Councillor of the Province of Rome

In 2002, Giorgia Meloni's term as a councillor of the province of Rome concluded.

2004: Became President of Youth Action

In 2004, Giorgia Meloni became the first woman president of Youth Action, the AN youth wing.

2006: Elected to Chamber of Deputies

In 2006, Giorgia Meloni was elected as a member of the Chamber of Deputies.

2006: Elected to Chamber of Deputies and defended Berlusconi's Laws

In 2006, Giorgia Meloni was elected to the Chamber of Deputies and defended the laws passed by the third Berlusconi government.

2006: Elected to Italian Parliament

In 2006, after her election to the Italian Parliament, there was controversy about Meloni's curriculum vitae and qualifications.

2006: Became a member of Parliament

Meloni became a member of Parliament in 2006.

2008: Appointed Minister for Youth Policies

In 2008, Giorgia Meloni was appointed as the Minister for Youth Policies in the fourth Berlusconi government.

2009: Party merged with Forza Italia and voted against euthanasia

In 2009, Giorgia Meloni's party merged with Forza Italia (FI) into The People of Freedom (PdL), and she voted in favor of a decree law against euthanasia.

2009: Visited Yad Vashem in Israel

In 2009, as a minister, Meloni visited Yad Vashem in Israel.

November 2010: Presented the Right to the Future package

In November 2010, Giorgia Meloni presented a 300 million euro package called the Right to the Future, aimed at investing in young people.

November 2011: Berlusconi resigns as Prime Minister

On 16 November 2011, Berlusconi was forced to resign as prime minister amid a financial crisis and public protests, concluding Giorgia Meloni's term as Minister for Youth Policies.

2011: End of term as Minister for Youth Policies

In 2011, Giorgia Meloni's role as Minister for Youth Policies concluded.

2011: Favored military intervention in Libya

In 2011, Meloni followed the PdL party line in favor of military intervention in Libya.

2011: Publication of "We Believe"

In her 2011 book "We Believe", Giorgia Meloni discussed her views on feminism and women's issues, stating that she proudly supports women's issues but has faced contempt from feminists.

November 2012: Announced bid to contest PdL leadership

In November 2012, Giorgia Meloni announced her bid to contest the PdL leadership, opposing the party's support of the Monti government.

December 2012: Founded Brothers of Italy (FdI)

In December 2012, Giorgia Meloni, La Russa, and Crosetto founded a new political movement, Brothers of Italy (FdI).

2012: Co-founded Brothers of Italy (FdI)

In 2012, Giorgia Meloni co-founded the Brothers of Italy (FdI) party.

2012: Added the tricolour flame to the FdI party flag

In 2012, after the formation of FdI, Meloni decided to add the tricolour flame to the party flag, a neo-fascist symbol associated with the MSI.

2013: FdI won seats

In 2013, FdI won seats.

2013: Elected to Chamber of Deputies

In 2013, Giorgia Meloni was re-elected to the Chamber of Deputies for Lombardy.

March 2014: Became President of FdI

In March 2014, Giorgia Meloni became president of FdI.

2014: Becomes President of Brothers of Italy (FdI)

In 2014, Giorgia Meloni became the president of Brothers of Italy (FdI).

2014: Resigned as party's leader in the house

In 2014, Giorgia Meloni resigned as the party's leader in the house to dedicate herself to the party.

2014: Condemned "another massacre of children in Gaza"

In 2014, Meloni condemned what she called "another massacre of children in Gaza" during the Gaza War between Israel and Hamas, but later changed her stance to support closer relations with Israel.

2014: Supported lifting sanctions on Russia

In 2014, prior to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Meloni supported lifting sanctions on the Russian Federation.

November 2015: Founded Our Land

On 4 November 2015, Giorgia Meloni founded Our Land, a conservative political committee.

2016: Founded the "No, Thanks" committee

During the 2016 Italian constitutional referendum campaign, Giorgia Meloni founded the "No, Thanks" committee.

2016: Unsuccessful Run in Rome Municipal Election

In 2016, Giorgia Meloni unsuccessfully ran in the Rome municipal election.

2016: Lost municipal election for mayor of Rome

Meloni lost the municipal election to become mayor of Rome in 2016.

December 2017: Re-election as president of FdI

The 2-3 December 2017 congress of FdI in Trieste saw the re-election of Giorgia Meloni as president of the party.

November 2018: Proposed replacing Liberation Day and Festa della Repubblica

In November 2018, Meloni proposed replacing the celebration of Liberation Day and Festa della Repubblica with the National Unity and Armed Forces Day, stating the former were "two controversial celebrations".

2018: Leads FdI in Opposition

Following the 2018 general election, Giorgia Meloni led FdI in opposition during the 18th legislature.

2018: Congratulated Vladimir Putin on re-election

In 2018, Meloni congratulated Vladimir Putin on his re-election as president of Russia.

2018: Claimed Iran and Hezbollah protect Syrian Christians

In 2018, Meloni stated that Iran and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah were protectors of Syrian Christians in the Syrian Civil War.

2018: Elected to the Chamber of Deputies and center-right wins plurality

In the 2018 Italian general election, Giorgia Meloni was elected to the Chamber of Deputies, and the center-right coalition won a plurality of seats.

2018: Won parliamentary seat

Meloni won first-past-the-post elections for a parliamentary seat in 2018.

October 2019: Participation in Italian Pride rally and "I am Giorgia" slogan

In October 2019, Giorgia Meloni participated in the Italian Pride rally in Rome, where she criticized proposals to change the wording on minors' ID cards. Her slogan "I am Giorgia..." became a viral sensation, increasing her popularity.

2019: Co-authorship of book on Nigerian mafia

In 2019, Giorgia Meloni co-authored a book on the Nigerian mafia with Alessandro Meluzzi, containing controversial and stereotypical views on ethnicity and immigration.

2019: Criticized French rationale for intervention in Libya

In 2019, Meloni criticized France's rationale for intervening in Libya, claiming it stemmed from Muammar Gaddafi's opposition to the CFA franc. She was also critical of Italy's relations with Saudi Arabia and Qatar, asserting their role in spreading fundamentalist theories.

2019: "I am Giorgia" speech

In 2019, Meloni delivered a speech at a rally in Rome, famously stating: "I am Giorgia. I am a woman, I am a mother, I am Italian, I am Christian."

2020: Becomes President of the European Conservatives and Reformists Party

In 2020, Giorgia Meloni became the president of the European Conservatives and Reformists Party.

2020: Drafting of the Madrid Charter

In 2020, the Madrid Charter was drafted by Vox, a Spanish right-wing party.

February 2021: Joining the Aspen Institute and Insult from Giovanni Gozzini

In February 2021, Giorgia Meloni joined the Aspen Institute. Also in February 2021, Giovanni Gozzini insulted Meloni on the radio, leading to condemnation and his suspension from the University of Siena.

October 2021: Signing the Madrid Charter

In October 2021, Giorgia Meloni signed the Madrid Charter, defining left-wing groups as enemies of Ibero-America. She also participated in Vox's party congress, voicing opposition to the LGBT lobby and gender ideology.

2021: Denounced Turkey's direction under Erdogan

In 2021, Meloni denounced what she described as the authoritarian, Islamist direction of Turkey under Erdogan, advocating for the EU to withdraw Turkey's candidate status. She also advocated for the expulsion of the Indian Ambassador to Italy and urged Alessandro Del Piero to refuse to play in the Indian Super League until detained Italian marines were returned. Furthermore, following the Asia Bibi blasphemy case, she criticized the "silence of the West".

2021: Wrote that Russia defends European values

In 2021, Meloni wrote that Russia under Putin defends European values and Christian identity.

February 2022: Speaking at CPAC in Florida

In February 2022, Meloni spoke at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Florida, urging American conservatives to defend their views against progressives.

July 2022: Leading FdI in election polls

In July 2022, Giorgia Meloni's FdI was leading in opinion polls, positioning her as a likely candidate for Prime Minister if the centre-right coalition won the upcoming election.

September 2022: Condemned Russia's annexation of Ukrainian provinces

In September 2022, Meloni condemned Russia's annexation of four partially occupied provinces in south-eastern Ukraine, stating it had "no legal and political value".

September 2022: Reportedly continued to embrace "Dio, patria, famiglia"

In September 2022, Meloni reportedly continued to embrace the trinomial "Dio, patria, famiglia" ('God, fatherland, family'). She has said she resents being linked to Italy's fascist past.

October 2022: Meloni's speech before the Parliament

On 25 October 2022, Meloni stated in a speech that she never had sympathy for undemocratic regimes, including fascism, and considered the racial laws of 1938 the lowest point in Italian history.

December 2022: Beginning roadmap towards constitutional reform

In late December 2022, Meloni announced that Elisabetta Casellati would meet with the opposition parties to officially begin the roadmap towards a constitutional reform to strengthen the powers of the Prime Minister.

2022: Pledged to review COVID-19 policies

After her party won the 2022 Italian general election, Meloni and her party pledged to review the positions taken by the Italian government during the COVID-19 pandemic and end the COVID-19 vaccine mandate in place for health care workers.

2022: FdI Wins General Election

Following the fall of the Draghi government, FdI, led by Giorgia Meloni, won the 2022 general election.

2022: Refused to remove tricolour flame from party logo

Heading into the 2022 general election, Meloni ignored Segre's request to remove the tricolour flame from the party's logo.

2022: Becomes Prime Minister of Italy

In 2022, Giorgia Meloni became the Prime Minister of Italy, marking the first time a woman has held the office.

2022: Projected victory in the Italian general election

In 2022, Giorgia Meloni was projected to win the Italian general election with FdI, becoming the frontrunner to be Italy's first female prime minister. Leaders such as Orbán, Truss, and Le Pen congratulated her.

2022: Discussions surrounding Meloni becoming Prime Minister

In 2022, the possibility of Meloni becoming the first woman Prime Minister of Italy was widely discussed. Hillary Clinton noted it would represent a break with the past. However, some observers expressed concerns due to her political positions, while Meloni criticized feminists.

2022: Re-elected to Parliament

Meloni was most recently re-elected to Parliament in 2022.

2022: Won parliamentary seat

Meloni won first-past-the-post elections for a parliamentary seat in 2022.

January 2023: Visiting Algeria and signing gas supply deal

In January 2023, Meloni visited Algeria and signed a gas supply deal with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, making Algeria Italy's largest gas supplier.

February 2023: Visiting Ukraine and meeting with Zelenskyy

On 22 February 2023, Meloni visited Ukraine and met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss the Russian invasion. Meloni stressed that Ukraine can count on Italy and visited Bucha.

March 2023: Visiting India and meeting with Modi and Murmu

On 2 March 2023, Meloni visited India, where she met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu. During a press conference, Meloni praised Modi and his policies.

April 2023: Official visit in Ethiopia and announcement of the Mattei Plan

In April 2023, Meloni had an official visit in Ethiopia, where she met Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Somali president Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. In Addis Ababa, Meloni announced the so-called "Mattei Plan" by the Italian government regarding investments in the African continent.

May 2023: Attending the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan

In May 2023, Meloni attended the 49th G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan.

July 2023: Official Trip to the United States

In July 2023, Giorgia Meloni made an official trip to the United States, where she met with various political figures, including Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, and U.S. President Joe Biden. Discussions encompassed topics such as Ukraine, China, Africa, economic exchange, trade relations, security policies, and the forthcoming G7 Italian presidency.

October 2023: Meeting with Emmanuel Macron in Rome

On 23 October 2023, Meloni met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Rome, focusing on the energy crisis and the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

November 2023: Inaugurated Tolkien exhibition

In November 2023, Meloni inaugurated a major exhibition on J. R. R. Tolkien at the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rome to mark the 50th anniversary of the author's death.

November 2023: Participation in COP27 and G20 summit

In November 2023, Meloni participated in the United Nations COP27 in Sharm El Sheik, Egypt, emphasizing Italy's commitment to decarbonization. She also participated in the G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia, where she met with U.S. President Joe Biden on 15 November 2023.

November 2023: Meeting with EU leaders in Brussels

On 3 November 2023, Meloni met with European Union (EU) leaders such as Ursula von der Leyen, Charles Michel, Paolo Gentiloni, Roberta Metsola, and other politicians in Brussels.

November 2023: Presenting the reform for direct election of the Prime Minister

On 3 November 2023, Meloni officially presented the reform which provided the direct election of the Prime Minister and a new electoral law. Following new legislation in Italy passed by the Meloni government, only a child's biological parent can be named on their birth certificate.

2023: Imposed an arms embargo on Israel

After the 2023 Israeli invasion of Gaza, Meloni reversed her pro-Israel stance and imposed a full arms embargo on Israel.

April 2024: Announcement of candidacy for European Parliament

On April 28, 2024, Giorgia Meloni announced her candidacy for a seat in the European Parliament in the upcoming elections to be held in June.

October 2024: Condemnation of Israeli attacks on UNIFIL bases in Lebanon

In October 2024, Giorgia Meloni condemned Israeli attacks on UNIFIL bases in Lebanon.

October 2024: Visit to Lebanon and Assurance of Solidarity

On October 18, 2024, Giorgia Meloni traveled to Lebanon and assured the country of Italy's solidarity with Lebanon and UNIFIL in the ongoing conflict, as well as a promise to help restore peace and prosperity.

December 2024: Arrest of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala in Tehran

On December 19, 2024, Italian journalist Cecilia Sala was arrested in Tehran and placed in solitary confinement. It became public on December 27. By December 30, Iran confirmed the arrest, citing violation of laws. This followed Italy's arrest of Iranian engineer Mohammad Abedini Najafabadi at Milan Malpensa Airport at the request of the United States, three days prior.

January 2025: Release of Cecilia Sala from Iranian custody

On January 8, 2025, Giorgia Meloni announced that Cecilia Sala had been released by Iranian authorities and had departed the country, landing at Rome Ciampino Airport where Meloni welcomed her. This event occurred after Iran requested a prisoner swap following Italy's arrest of an Iranian engineer at the request of the United States.

2025: Orchestrated a rapprochement between Trump and Zelensky

Following the start of Trump's second term, Meloni has been noted for her efforts to preserve the transatlantic alliance leveraging her relationship with Trump and credited for orchestrating a rapprochement between Trump and Ukrainian president Zelensky at the 2025 funeral of Pope Francis.