Brief: Italy Keeps Its Options Open

Doubts about the value of the European Union are rising.

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Background: As the pandemic continues to wreak havoc on European economies, it’s also taking a toll on European unity. After taking the lead on negotiating deals for the coronavirus vaccines, the European Union saw major delays in distribution and administration. Many member states fell behind on their vaccine rollouts, leading some, particularly peripheral states, to […]

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