Tria to Defend Italian Fiscal Targets in Parliament Later Today

The transcript discusses the contentious budget proposal by the Italian government, which has caused market unrest and concern in Brussels. The EU is expected to review the budget soon, but tensions remain high as the EU Commissioners have indicated they will not accept it. The Italian populist government is not backing down, leading to a stalemate between Italy and the EU.

What is the main concern of the opposition lawmakers regarding the budget?

• The budget's allocation for education

• The budget's potential to unsettle markets

• The budget's effect on international relations

• The budget's impact on local businesses

What is the current status of the budget proposal?

• It has been rejected by the opposition

• It is awaiting submission to Brussels

• It is still under review by the Italian government

• It has been accepted by the EU

How is the relationship between Italy and the EU described?

• Tense

• Friendly

• Cooperative

• Indifferent

What stance have the EU Commissioners taken regarding the budget?

• They are still considering it

• They have rejected it outright

• They have accepted it with conditions

• They have not commented on it

What is the Italian government's response to the EU's stance on the budget?

• They have agreed to make changes

• They have withdrawn the budget

• They have sought mediation

• They are standing firm on their proposal