Former Italian Chief of Staff Claudio Graziano, Italian statesman and president of the Fincantieri company, died today at his home in Rome. It is thought that 70-year-old Graziano may have committed suicide after recently losing his wife. Detailed investigations into the cause of death continue.
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Following the news of his death, shares of the publicly traded Fincantieri company lost approximately 3% of their value. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani published condolences on Graziano’s death. Meloni expressed his condolences to Graziano’s family, emphasizing his dedication to public service. Tajani stated that it was an honor for Graziano to represent Italy in the European Union institutions.
General Claudio Graziano also served as Commander of the Italian Land Forces and Chairman of the EU Military Committee. Graziano, who served as president of Fincantieri between 2018 and 2022, was an important statesman who served the armed forces and the state throughout his life.
