The view that the status of Italian Jewry will not under go any change because of the recent agreement between the Italian government and the Vatican found further support in a reference made by King Emmanuel in his message at the opening session of parliament.
The throne message reiterated that the principle of full liberty to all recognized creeds and cults will be maintained in the State.
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