Italy's Draghi hints at contribution from energy firms to curbing prices

Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi holds a news conference after the government met to discuss stricter coronavirus disease (COVID-19) health pass rules, in Rome, Italy, November 24, 2021. REUTERS/Remo Casilli

ROME (Reuters) - Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi said on Wednesday that energy companies that have made profits may have to contribute to efforts to curb increases in bills for households and companies.

With international energy prices continuing to rise, Draghi told parliament the government was ready to provide more funds if necessary to limit the increase in household energy bills, but said energy companies should also play their part.