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In 1946, Italy underwent a radical transformation as it abolished its monarchy through a referendum, adopting a republican form of government. The post-war period saw substantial economic growth, famously dubbed the "Economic Miracle" between 1958 and 1963.
As a founding member of NATO, the European Coal and Steel Community, and subsequently, the European Union, Italy has solidified its position as a prominent power within Europe. Today, with the ninth-largest nominal GDP globally and the title of the fifth most visited country, Italy continues to thrive, waving proudly its vast cultural and economic wealth.