Bangladesh, Feb. 9 -- Italys recent Africa initiative, spearheaded by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, promises a shift towards mutually beneficial cooperation between Italy and African nations. However, beneath the surface rhetoric of partnership lies a complex web of power dynamics and historical responsibilities that demand closer examination.

Melonis pivot from far-right rhetoric to a sanitized discourse on cooperation reflects Italys desire to assert itself as a significant player in EU foreign policy. The governments pledge of over €5.5bn in funding for various initiatives in African countries appears generous at first glance. However, a deeper analysis reveals a lack of sustainability and transparency in the proposed investmen...