Speaking in a Republic Day activity in Gozo, President of Malta George Vella reiterated his hope that an agreement could be reached when it comes to the ongoing discussion surrounding abortion. 

The president repeated his appeal, albeit without referring directly to the bill, for there to be an agreement between the various parties on the current discussion. 

This comes after the President revealed that he would consider stepping down from his position if abortion was introduced in Malta. However, should the wording of the bill be amended, this might not come to fruition. 

The bill will decriminalise doctors and women who terminate pregnancies during through medical interventions if the life or health of the mother is at risk. 

The president also used his speech to refer to Gozo’s environment, saying that Malta’s sister island is risking losing a lot. 

‘I expressed my concern about how the erosion of natural beauty can also result in the loss in quality of the tourist product. We must take care of this island’s charm because if we lose it, much more will be lost’ he said. 

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