- The “anti-Gandhi bill” (Bill 1236) will worsen country’s already declining respect for freedoms of expression, assembly, and association.
- Peaceful protesters and those expressing dissent against power holders could face severe punishment, including up to 20 years in prison.
- The Meloni government has used harsh and unethical tactics against activists and journalists.
If adopted, Italy’s proposed “anti-Gandhi bill” (Bill 1236) will severely erode the civic space in the country, putting at risk human rights activists and journalists. It is likely to worsen the country’s already declining freedoms of expression, assembly, and association under Prime minister Meloni.