"The Italians who have crossed the Atlantic in the last two centuries have greatly contributed to the development, prosperity and strength of the United States", "they worked every day to build a bridge between America and Italy: made of values common - freedom, equality and democracy - an unshakable alliance, a strategic partnership and a true and deep friendship. You are great ambassadors of our country ".
The Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, said this in a video greeting on the occasion of the anniversary of the National Italian American Foundation (Niaf) and broadcast tonight.
"I feel the great honor and responsibility of being the first woman to lead Italy. In my task I will follow in the footsteps of the many great Italian women who have paved the way for me and for generations to come," said Meloni.
"I assure you that this government will do its best to make relations with the United States even stronger. Long live America, long live Italy!".
This concludes the video message that Giorgia Meloni sent to the 47th Gala Awards of the Niaf, the National Italian American Foundation.