In a telephone conversation, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni congratulated Pope Leo XIV on his election to the Throne of Peter and reaffirmed Italy’s commitment to the Holy See’s efforts to promote world peace and the ethical development of artificial intelligence.

According to a report from Palazzo Chigi, the seat of the Italian government, Meloni emphasized the indissoluble bond that unites Italy with the Vicar of Christ and highlighted the importance of collaboration between the Italian State and the Church on issues of global relevance.

The conversation also addressed the need for a joint commitment to ensuring that advances in artificial intelligence are developed ethically and for the benefit of all humanity.

The Holy See Press Office confirmed the call and reiterated Pope Leo XIV’s willingness to work closely with world leaders in seeking peaceful solutions to conflicts and promoting ethical values ​​in the technological field.

This dialogue between Meloni and the Pontiff reflects the continued strong and cooperative relationship between the Italian government and the Vatican, focused on common goals such as peace, social justice, and integral human development.