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Mr. Monti's government has introduced a number of economic overhauls demanded by EU authorities alarmed by the slow economic growth and €1.9 trillion $2.5 trillion public debt load of the euro area's third-largest economy.

Italy's Leader Warns EU Needs Better Democracy Christopher Emsden 2012

Mr. Monti's proposal to increase the retirement age to 62 for women and 66 for men, from 60 and 65, respectively, will help to slow the growth of Italy's pension bill, currently some 14% of GDP.

What's Italian for Reform? 2011

Some economists say the outsider status of Mr. Monti's cabinet could give it an edge in pushing through unpopular economic measures, because his team isn't beholden to specific political parties.

Italy Premier Appoints Emergency Government Stacy Meichtry 2011

Mr. Monti's government, which is made up of mainly professors and other experts, came to power in November after Silvio Berlusconi resigned amid pressure over his economic reform plans, which were judged too weak by EU partners.

Italy's Leader Warns EU Needs Better Democracy Christopher Emsden 2012

Most of Italy's main parties, including Mr. Berlusconi's, have agreed to back Mr. Monti's government in Parliament, forming a sort of grand coalition aimed at easing through the new cabinet's proposed legislation.

As Nations Bet on Technocrats, Odds Look Stiff Alessandra Galloni 2011

This week, Mr. Ciampi compared the situation he inherited in 1993 with Mr. Monti's today.

As Nations Bet on Technocrats, Odds Look Stiff Alessandra Galloni 2011

Mr. Monti's government is expected to win the vote, but the margin of victory will be crucial measure of Mr. Monti's ability to sustain parliamentary support as he pushes through his agenda.

Italy Premier Appoints Emergency Government Stacy Meichtry 2011

Mr. Monti's European ties are an asset in Italy, where both the center-left and center-right are pro-Europe, added Mr. Dini, now a lawmaker in Mr. Berlusconi's party, which supported Mr. Monti's appointment.

As Nations Bet on Technocrats, Odds Look Stiff Alessandra Galloni 2011

Mr. Monti's hands are tied in a way that Mr. Dini's weren't: Europe's common currency means Mr. Monti can't tweak monetary policy to help its economy.

As Nations Bet on Technocrats, Odds Look Stiff Alessandra Galloni 2011

But some analysts say the lack of politicians in Mr. Monti's cabinet is a sign that major political parties want to keep their distance from the government—and keep it in check.

Italy Premier Appoints Emergency Government Stacy Meichtry 2011