(ANSA) - ROME, FEB 23 - "The Government is aware of the fact that the strength of the recovery depends first of all on the ability to overcome the emergencies of the moment. The epidemiological situation is improving sharply, thanks to the success of the vaccination campaign, and offers us margins for remove the residual restrictions on the lives of citizens and businesses.
I want to announce that it is the Government's intention not to extend the state of emergency beyond March 31st ".
Prime Minister Mario Draghi said this at the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Theater.
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