The resignation of Italian President Giorgio Napolitano throws up a new obstacle in the path for Prime Minister Matteo Renzi, who must now temporarily put aside his reform-minded agenda in order to concentrate on the delicate task of finding Napolitano's successor, said experts.
Speculation is mounting on who will replace Giorgio Napolitano, Italy's longest serving head of state, with experts warning the next President of the Republic will continue to have a heightened role in Italian politics.
Ageing Italian President Giorgio Napolitano resigned on Wednesday before the natural end of his second seven-year tenure, amid growing ferment in politics for the choice of his successor.
Italy's President Giorgio Napolitano on Monday became the first president in the country's history elected for a second mandate.
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