Italy’s former prime minister Giuseppe Conte hands over power (and a symbolic bell) to his replacement Mario Draghi.
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Mario Draghi, former president of the European Central Bank, has been appointed prime minister after the government collapsed.
Conte: free to spread on to two chairs now.
EPA/ Ettore Ferrari
The fragile coalition between the League and Five Star Movement has fallen to pieces – and Giuseppe Conte is the last man standing.
Prime minister designate Giuseppe Conte addresses the media.
EPA/Ettore Ferrari
Law professor Giuseppe Conte has no experience in politics – which makes him the perfect candidate for the uncomfortable partnership now in government.