6 octobre 2024 | International, Aérospatial

Italian minister proposes fresh taxes on arms makers’ windfall profits

Finance Minister Giancarlo Giorgett cited the need for "sacrifices from everyone," as Italy struggles to boost its finances.

https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2024/10/04/italian-minister-proposes-fresh-taxes-on-arms-makers-windfall-profits/

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