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How does the EU monitor countries?
The European Union keeps an eye on member states' economic and political health to ensure they meet shared standards and contribute to the bloc's overall stability. When Italy was seen as a 'case to monitor', it meant the EU had concerns about its governance or finances, which Meloni now claims are resolved.
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