How did Benito Mussolini attempt to increase Italy power?

Benito Mussolini sought to increase Italy's power through aggressive expansionist policies, aiming to restore the Roman Empire's glory. He pursued military conquests in Africa, notably the invasion of Ethiopia in 1935, and sought to establish Italy as a dominant Mediterranean force. Additionally, Mussolini fostered a fascist state that emphasized nationalism, militarism, and the suppression of dissent to unify the nation under his regime. Through Propaganda and strategic alliances, particularly with Nazi Germany, he aimed to position Italy as a major player on the global stage.