"An investment in Italy's present and future". The world's longest suspension bridge is to be built on the tip of Italy's boot - connecting the island of Sicily to the region of Calabria. The designers claim the bridge – which is due to be built on one of the most seismically active areas in the Mediterranean – will be able to withstand earthquakes. It is the latest attempt by officials to launch the Messina Bridge project - several have tried over the years but plans have later been scrapped due to concerns over cost, environmental damage, safety or potential mafia meddling. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has admitted the most recent project has not been easy. The project will still need to be rubber-stamped by the Italian Court of Auditors as well as environmental agencies, both at national and EU level. Tap the link in BBCNews's bio to read when the plans for a bridge were first drawn up. (📷Stretto di Messina) #SuspensionBridge #Sicily #BBCNews