Minister Ian Borg In Gulf Cooperation Council Meeting

Apr 23 2024

“The latest developments in the Middle East constitute a worrying escalation, and we must act collectively to encourage all parties to opt for dialogue and negotiation rather than the use of force,” emphasized Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade Ian Borg during a high-level forum of the EU’s Foreign Affairs Council with the Gulf Cooperation Council in Luxembourg on Monday.

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a regional organization that brings together Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.

Minister Borg reiterated Malta’s commitment to affirming the importance of dialogue and effective negotiations in all international fora. He communicated this call for dialogue to Israeli, Iranian, Palestinian, American, and Saudi counterparts over the past days.

“As I highlighted during the UN Security Council debate presided by Malta last week, we must refocus our attention on Gaza and work towards an immediate, permanent ceasefire, the release of all hostages, and adequate humanitarian aid,” he added.

Famine in the Gaza Strip, the soaring death toll and destruction combined with escalations in the West Bank and East Jerusalem continue to remain of utmost concern. “Our message to Israel to avoid a ground invasion in Rafah must also be reiterated in unequivocal terms,” Minister Borg reminded.

Malta also acknowledges the recent positive announcements by Israel concerning the gradual reopening of crossings and a new crossing point in the North of Gaza. This effort must be reinforced to ensure that humanitarian aid reaches the communities that desperately need it.

The Minister also referred to the situation in the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, noting that the continued Houthi attacks on commercial vessels need to stop, to avoid the risk of unravelling the positive strides made towards peace in Yemen.

While highlighting the efforts of the United States, Egypt, and Qatar to reinstate stability in the region, he once again called for an increased effort towards ongoing peace negotiations. “At this critical juncture, it is ever more important that dialogue and negotiation should reign supreme, as their absence would spell the ever-increasing possibility of further escalations,” Minister Borg concluded.

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PN Leader Meets With Carers Working With The Elderly

Apr 23 2024

The workers and medical professionals who work with our elderly deserve every appreciation for their dedication and love, ensuring that our seniors continue to live with dignity. We not only recognize them, but we also ensure they have the wages and working conditions they deserve.

This was the message of the Leader of the Nationalist Party, Bernard Grech, during his visit to the San Vinċenz De Paul Residence as part of Workers’ Day activities, where he also had the opportunity to meet with a number of residents.

During the visit, he emphasized that we should never forget our elderly; we should cherish them, respect them, listen to them, and never abandon them, not only in words but also in actions, so that their quality of life is never compromised. He said that our seniors have served our country and therefore remain one of the priorities in the Nationalist Party’s policy.

Among the employees he met were nurses, doctors, security members, engineers, manual workers, and secretaries, whose contribution is essential for the delicate care that ultimately leads to the medical treatment of the elderly. He thanked all the employees, describing them as essential to our society.

During the visit, the Leader of the Nationalist Party was accompanied by the Shadow Minister for Active Aging, Paula Mifsud Bonnici, the Shadow Minister for Social and Affordable Housing, Pensions and the Fight Against Poverty, Ivan Bartolo, as well as European Parliament election candidate, Louise Anne Pulis.

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Sarah Bonnici Sings Along With Mum & Sister

Apr 23 2024

In a wholesome video uploaded to social media, Malta’s Eurovision Song Contest representative Sarah Bonnici sat down with her mum and sister for a little singalong.

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Sarah welcomed her sister Abigail and her mother Evelyn onto her profile to sing the popular song ‘Can’t Help Falling in Love’ by Elvis Presley.

‘My new backup singers’, Sarah joked in the video caption. And it could just work!

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Nadur Youngsters FC Crowned Champions 4 Seasons In A Row

Apr 23 2024

Nadur Youngsters FC have officially been crowned champions of the Gozo Football League for the fourth consecutive reasons.

‘Not an easy season. Multiple opponents, Multiple obstacles. 𝐓𝐎𝐆𝐄𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑, we overcame them, and have been crowned 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝟏𝐎𝐍𝟓, for the 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞.

With 21 games played, 47 points, 55 goals scored as well as the most goals scored and the least goals conceded, the team acknowledged the dedication that went into securing victory on social media.

The team thanked President Chris Said, main sponsor Joseph Portelli, head coach Elton Vella as well as all the committee, players, technical staff and the supporters.

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