Matteo Perego has launched his candidacy for mayor of Milan, prioritizing urban safety, administrative reform, and bridging the divide between the city center and its peripheries. According to statements reported by LaPresse, Perego made his first official policy address on September 12 at the “Azzurra Libertà” youth rally for Forza Italia in Montesilvano, Pescara, following his designation as mayoral candidate by party national secretary Antonio Tajani.
Matteo Perego Launches Milan Mayoral Bid With Focus on Security and Administration
Addressing Urban Security and Neighborhood Decay
Perego criticized the current municipal leadership, accusing the administration of relying on empty slogans while failing to deliver concrete results for residents. According to LaPresse, his platform centers on restoring public safety so that citizens can walk through neighborhoods in the evening without fear of crime or violence. He also emphasized the need to revitalize neglected green spaces and improve upkeep in suburban districts outside the city center.
Proposing Special Metropolis Status for Milan
To give the city the tools required to manage its growth, Perego called for the enactment of a special legislative status for Milan. According to LaPresse, this special status would grant the metropolis expanded administrative powers. Perego stated that the center-right coalition is preparing a strong, unified alternative aimed at positioning Milan as a leading European capital that attracts young professionals and engages civil society in urban transformation.