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Last update: an hour agoIndia-Italy Diplomacy: PM Narendra Modi wrapped up a “very productive” Rome visit with Giorgia Meloni, announcing India-Italy ties are now a Special Strategic Partnership across multiple sectors. Viral Soft Power: The biggest buzz wasn’t a treaty—it was a clip of Modi gifting Meloni “Melody” candies, sparking the “Melodi” meme and even prompting short-lived online delivery shortages in India. EU Macro Pressure: Markets stayed cautious as the EU cut its Eurozone growth outlook in spring forecasts, with Italy’s growth revised down to 0.5% (2026) and inflation pushed higher amid the Middle East energy shock. Energy Security Backdrop: The same geopolitical strain is also feeding fresh talk about Hormuz risk and tighter stances, keeping oil prices elevated and business confidence under strain.
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