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That's just Berlusconi being Berlusconi. B)

 

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/worl...icle6724839.ece

 

 

I think his center left opponent, Dario Franceschini, is a very honorable man. He is very articulate, very thoughtful, and a true intellect. He is a published author. If I were a politician, I would model my speaking style after him. I personally admire him greatly.

 

 

 

 

Unfortunately, Dario Francheschini is too idealistic. (Think Jimmy Carter meets Barack Obama.)

 

Plus, Italians tend to be a lot more forgiving of their politicians' sexual foibles. (Perhaps they take pride in a 72 year old man's exploits and stamina.) :)

 

Until the center left presents a better argument, I will be surprised if Berlusconi and / or the center right coalition is forced to relinquish power anytime soon. This is, I believe, his third opportunity as prime minister. He is a survivor. And if we are to believe the reports, he is in very good health. :)

 

 

Ciao a tutti,

 

 

 

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Hmm. According to my Italian friends (who are already disillusionised) this will not create any problems for Berlusconi. According to them B has done similar things in the past without getting into trouble.

 

However, this issue raised a question for me. Arguably the Phoenician graves are important (if they are) not only for the Italians. Is there protection for archaeological sites on a European level? International treaties? How do we make sure important sites are not destroyed by those who have them within their borders?

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Hmm. According to my Italian friends (who are already disillusionised) this will not create any problems for Berlusconi. According to them B has done similar things in the past without getting into trouble.

 

However, this issue raised a question for me. Arguably the Phoenician graves are important (if they are) not only for the Italians. Is there protection for archaeological sites on a European level? International treaties? How do we make sure important sites are not destroyed by those who have them within their borders?

 

That would be the Valletta Treaty, which calls for archaeological research whenever soil-disturbing activities are planned to make sure nothing is lost undocumented. Typically though, the treaty has been implemented unevenly among the signatory states.

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Hmm. According to my Italian friends (who are already disillusionised) this will not create any problems for Berlusconi. According to them B has done similar things in the past without getting into trouble.

 

However, this issue raised a question for me. Arguably the Phoenician graves are important (if they are) not only for the Italians. Is there protection for archaeological sites on a European level? International treaties? How do we make sure important sites are not destroyed by those who have them within their borders?

 

That would be the Valletta Treaty, which calls for archaeological research whenever soil-disturbing activities are planned to make sure nothing is lost undocumented. Typically though, the treaty has been implemented unevenly among the signatory states.

 

Thanks. Since I am totally ignorant on international law in this area; Is there any institution that supervises/control the implementation of the agreement?

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Thanks. Since I am totally ignorant on international law in this area; Is there any institution that supervises/control the implementation of the agreement?

 

It's the Council of Europe in this case. I'm not sure if they have enough power to overrule national governments, probably not.

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Thanks. Since I am totally ignorant on international law in this area; Is there any institution that supervises/control the implementation of the agreement?

 

It's the Council of Europe in this case. I'm not sure if they have enough power to overrule national governments, probably not.

 

Thanks again. It seems Italy has signed, but not ratified the Valetta agreement. No luck with this then...

 

Council of Europe - Valetta

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