Romano Prodi Gets Mandate
Mister Prodi was given a mandate to form a new government by the recently elected president, Mr Napolitano. Prodi believes he will be able to form a “solid” government, with him taking the job of Prime Minister. The 66-year old did spend a considerable amount of time discussing who gets what post within his coalition.
He was given the mandate during a meeting with the new president, Giorgio Napolitano, ending weeks of deadlock.
Mr Prodi said he would present his list of ministers on Wednesday, and promised a “solid” government. The cabinet could be sworn in later that day.
The announcement comes five weeks after Mr Prodi narrowly defeated Silvio Berlusconi in the general election.
Mr Napolitano summoned Mr Prodi on Tuesday evening after a day spent consulting former presidents and party chiefs, including Mr Prodi and Mr Berlusconi.
He said no-one in the outgoing coalition led by Mr Berlusconi had contested the choice of Mr Prodi as the next prime minister.
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Administrator @ May 17, 2006