The Economic Times

'If you ran in New Delhi, you'd win a million votes': Italian PM Giorgia Meloni recalls 2023 India visit

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's new book reveals charming diplomatic encounters during her 2023 India visit, where welcome posters humorously prompted a joke about winning a million votes. Meloni emphasizes that successful diplomacy hinges on personal connections, sharing anecdotes like shared cigarettes with leaders and gifts like a giant Hello Kitty doll, illustrating how small moments forge strong international relationships.