Paolo Gentiloni
Paolo Gentiloni has been European Commissioner for the Economy since December 2019. He previously served as Italy’s prime minister (2016–2018), minister of foreign affairs and international cooperation (2014–2016), and minister of communications (2006–2008). He was a member of Italy’s Chamber of Deputies from 2001 to 2019. Other posts Gentiloni has held include chair of Italy’s Broadcasting Services Watchdog Committee, spokesperson for the mayor of Rome and councillor in the City of Rome. Prior to entering politics, he worked as a professional journalist.
