Many commentators say Silvio Berlusconi's background - with his conviction for tax fraud and the 'bunga bunga' sex parties - make him a far from ideal candidate
The meeting included Matteo Salvini's League party; the far-right Brothers of Italy, led by Giorgia Meloni; and Mr Berlusconi's own Forza Italia.
The anti-system 5-Star Movement, which has the largest number of MPs, has said it could never support Mr Berlusconi. Voting in parliament begins on 24 January. It is a secret ballot of some 1,000 members of parliament and regional representatives.Ms Berlusconi has been campaigning behind the scenes to persuade MPs to vote for him - and mobilised his media outlets behind his effort.
Mr Berlusconi has been plagued by sex scandals since news of his now infamous"bunga bunga" parties emerged more than a decade ago.Karima el-Mahroug, also known as Ruby, was at the centre of Berlusconi's sex scandals. Pic: ApHe faces trial related to an underage prostitution scandal, on charges he bribed a witness. He denies the charge.
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