Italy 's the European Union approves the economic reforms by 156 votes in favor , 156 against . `` He has an international profile that no one can deny , '' Frattini said , according to his press office . The lower house is expected to discuss the measures and vote on them Thursday . Once the measures are adopted , Mario Monti is expected to step down . Berlusconi is touted as a possible successor .
Italy 's the European Union approves the economic reforms by 156 votes in favor , 156 against . The lower house is expected to discuss the measures and vote on them Thursday . Once the measures are adopted , Mario Monti is expected to step down . Berlusconi is touted as a possible successor .