Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni recently received the prestigious Global Citizen Award from the Atlantic Council, presented by Elon Musk.

This event has sparked controversy within the think tank due to Meloni's past ties with Russia and her party's anti-immigrant and anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric.

The choice of Musk, who has shown support for Donald Trump and has been criticized for spreading misinformation, to present the award has further fueled the debate.

Meloni, who has expressed political affinities with the Republican Party, maintains that her relationship with the U.

S. remains strong regardless of the administration in power.

Her interactions with Musk, who has visited her twice recently, highlight her strategic positioning in international politics.

Despite the internal disagreements at the Atlantic Council, Meloni continues to engage with global tech leaders, discussing technological advancements and artificial intelligence.