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Italian PM Meloni makes surprise trip to Saudi Arabia to secure oil
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni flew to Saudi Arabia to seek fuel imports as prices rose following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, in an effort to guarantee Italy's energy supply.
Apr 3rd 2026 · Italy
Insights
- Giorgia Meloni arrived in Riyadh as the first stop of an unannounced Middle East tour.
- The visit aims to secure fuel supplies after price rises linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Italy is prioritizing energy security to protect domestic fuel supply and stabilize prices.
- No formal supply agreement has been announced and negotiations are ongoing.
Sources
- Italy's Meloni visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE amid Gulf tensions, energy worries www.straitstimes.com
- Meloni Visits Gulf to Bolster Energy Ties to War-Hit States www.bloomberg.com
- Meloni viaja a Oriente Próximo en busca de petróleo www.abc.es