In Italy Hinduism isnt even recognised as a religion. So much for their so-called "religious freedom" (which is only for the Roman Catholics).
http://www.hinduismtoday.com/archives/1997/9/1997-9-18.shtml
"The problem is serious in Italy, for Hinduism is not officially recognized by the government. An individual's conversion and name change cannot be legalized. Tax-deductable status is not granted to Hindu organizations"
Regardless, Italy does not forbid converting to another religion, which is the issue at hand. Changing the subject does not address the issue.
I'd certainly argue that this should be changed. Is Benedict XVI opposed to changing it?