Le missioni italiane all'estero: problemi e prospettive

Notwithstanding repeated cuts to the military budget, international peace-keeping operations have become a central element in Italian foreign and security policy. The analysis recalls the early stages of Italian participation in international military operations, thus highlighting a noteworthy growth in Italy’s international role. Over the years, Italy has succeeded in carving out an unprecedented role as “civilian power” responsibly committed in maintaining peace and international security. In spite of this, a certain perception of Italy as un unstable and timeserving ally remains at the international level. In order to avoid this, Italian political system must undergo a serious and all-comprehensive reform, thus paving the way for a coherent and coordinated management of foreign policy.