Malta To Host UN Crime Office At New Global Maritime Centre In Valletta

Jun 14 2025

Malta has signed a major agreement to open a United Nations office in Valletta. It will form part of the new Global Centre for Maritime Sanctions Monitoring, which aims to catch ships breaking international rules and stop crimes at sea. The project is launching soon in partnership with Antigua and Barbuda.

Deputy Prime Minister Ian Borg signed the deal in Vienna with UN drugs and crime chief Ghada Waly. The new UN office will train countries to track suspicious vessels, share information, and tackle issues like sanctions evasion and flag-hopping.

This move puts Malta at the heart of global efforts to boost maritime security and protect the world’s oceans.

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Adrian Delia On Recovery And The Future Of Opposition Leadership

Jun 14 2025

Adrian Delia has expressed his gratitude for the thousands of messages and calls wishing him well during his recent illness.

He confirmed that he is on the road to recovery and feeling encouraged by the support he has received over the past few days.

In his message, Delia emphasised the need for a new kind of politics one based on unity, mutual respect, and collaboration rather than personal attacks. He stressed that the party must focus on working together for one goal: one country, one people, one nation.

He also addressed the matter of selecting a new leader for the opposition party, saying such a decision is significant and requires time, reflection, and careful consideration. He underlined that leadership choices must be driven by the party’s members—the Tesserati.

Delia concluded, “They are our strength – present in every town, every street, and close to everyday citizens. Their voice is the only voice that matters. It is the Tesserati and only the Tesserati who decide and their choice respected. That is what our party deserves. That is what our country deserves.”

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Two Maltese Records Presented To Local Karting Teams

Jun 13 2025

Malta Records has officially recognised two new national karting achievements at Ħal Far.

The fastest lap in a Senior X30 Karting race in the Maltese Islands was recorded by Kane Mallia of Pantano Team Malta, with an impressive time of 39.406 seconds at the La Reve Track in Ħal Far on 15 September 2024.

Meanwhile, Benjamin Westwood, also representing Pantano Team Malta, became the youngest driver to register the fastest time in a Junior X30 Karting race. His record was set at the Island Karting Club on 4 May 2025.

We extend our best wishes to both drivers as they continue to represent Malta with pride in local and international competitions.

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Prime Minister Visits Gozo Child & Youth Services Centre

Jun 13 2025

Prime Minister Robert Abela has visited the Child, Adolescent and Youth Services Centre in Victoria, Gozo, accompanied by Minister for Gozo and Planning Clint Camilleri and Minister for Health and Active Ageing Jo Etienne Abela.

The centre provides a wide range of medical and therapeutic services for children and young people, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech therapy and child and adolescent psychiatry.

It also offers newer services such as family therapy, community paediatrics and educational dental hygiene.

Located close to Gozo General Hospital, the facility currently supports around 300 children along with their families.

During the visit, the Prime Minister met several families who benefit from these services and thanked the team of professionals for their dedicated work.

He highlighted the importance of offering care that puts children and families at the centre, while remaining accessible to the local community.

This centre is part of the Government’s wider commitment to delivering integrated, high-quality healthcare in Gozo. It reflects ongoing investment in both medical infrastructure and professional capacity, ensuring that Gozitan residents have access to essential support close to home.

The facility also aims to create an inclusive and supportive environment for young people and their families.

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