PARIS/ LONDON -- Italy's decision to pull out of China's Belt and Road Initiative has placed a spotlight on the relationship between the two countries and comes at an awkward time for Beijing, a day ahead of a summit it is holding with Europe.
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Italy's Belt and Road exit shines light on ties ahead of EU-China summit
PM Meloni makes move after calculating that membership failed to yield benefits
Since Giorgia Meloni became prime minister in October 2022, she has dropped hints about pulling Italy out of China's Belt and Road Initiative. © Reuters
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