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Robert Abela & Ian Borg Greet US National Security Advisor

Robert Abela & Ian Borg Greet China Foreign Minister Wang Yi
Sep 18 2023 Share

This weekend, Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade Ian Borg had the pleasure to greet China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the airport upon his landing for diplomatic discussions with US National Security Advisor to President Joe Biden.

The greeting was followed by a short but frank and extensive discussion on Malta-China as well as EU-China diplomatic relationships.

The two foreign ministers concurred that the only way forward is to continue to advocate for and promote a constructive relationship at all levels.

Minister Ian Borg also had the opportunity to accompany Prime Minister Robert Abela during his meeting with Jake Sullivan, US National Security Advisor to President Joe Biden. During this meeting, Minister Borg held a short discussion with US National Security Advisor on Malta’s current role as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and about next week’s commitments during the United Nations high level week.

Following these meetings, Minister Ian Borg commented that the Ministry for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade will continue to facilitate open channel of communications in line with its longstanding policy of advocating about the importance to aim for a more just, peaceful, and prosperous future.

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2 Maltese Internationals Face Each Other On Pitch

2 Maltese Internationals Face Each Other On Pitch
Sep 18 2023 Share

Two of Malta’s very own international footballers have featured in the first match of the prestigious Serie A Season. 

19 year old Maltese prodigy Haley Bugeja featured in her first match for the Nerazzurri, after having joined them during this summer transfer season over from Orlando Pride. 

On the other hand, 31 year old Rachel Cuschieri is on her second season with Sampdoria, being one of the most experienced and decorated Maltese footballers. 

 

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The latter had experiences with some of the biggest clubs in Europe, such as Lazio, PSV, RSC Anderlecht and many more. 

This season’s opener between these two giants ended in favour of Bugeja, with Inter leaving the match with 3 points in the bag after beating Sampdoria with 2 goals. The two Maltese players however showed great respect for one another, posing for a photo after the match and captioning it: ‘finally played against each other.’

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32 Others Found Living In Malta Irregularly

32 Others Found Living In Malta Irregularly
Sep 18 2023 Share

The Malta Police Force continued to carry out further inspections around the island. 

32 persons were found to be living in Malta irregularly, with each of these cases leading to the individuals having their repatriation process initiated or to transport them to countries they have permission to inhabit.

Inspections were carried out along with the Detention Services in Marsa, Ħamrun, Mosta, Ħaż-Żebbuġ, Wied il-Għajn, Imsida, Ħal Qormi and San Pawl il-Baħar. 

Residences, public transport vehicles as well as zones of work recruitment were most of the locations inspections were carried out. These works by the police continue to compliment the inspections done on traffic with the aim of prevention. 

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4,000 Trees To Be Planted Thanks To Islands Cleanup Initiative

4,000 Trees To Be Planted Thanks To Islands Cleanup Initiative
Sep 18 2023 Share

More than 4,000 trees will be planted thanks to the Islands Cleanup initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry for the Environment, Energy and Enterprise.

The initiative, led by the Saving Our Blue campaign with the support of Project Green, brought together some 500 volunteers from 20 different government entities, NGOs and private companies. Overt the past few months, more than 2,000 tonnes of waste were collected from valleys and beach cleanups. In return, Project Green will plant 2 trees for every tonne of waste collected.

On World Cleanup Day, several volunteers joined yet another cleanup held yesterday in various locations, including Dwejra Lines and Wied is-Sewda. On Saturday 9th September, volunteers also took part in a cleanup in Gozo.

The Islands Cleanup initiative aims to increase awareness regarding the importance of preserving valleys, coastal and marine ecosystems, and other natural sites. It also strives to motivate government bodies, voluntary organisations, and the private sector to participate in the national endeavour to promote a greener and cleaner environment.

All illegally dumped material collected from the sites is separated on site according to waste separation regulations, thus also ensuring that any recyclable material collected is also processed for recycling.

Minister for the Environment Miriam Dalli thanked all the volunteers for participating in this cleanup campaign.

“For three consecutive years, this initiative has been successful in bringing together amazing volunteers to clean up our valleys and beaches. As a government, we will continue to work towards promoting and preserving open spaces, but it requires the collective efforts of everyone to maintain the cleanliness of places like valleys and beaches,” Minister Miriam Dalli said.

From his end, Project Green CEO Steve Ellul said “Together, we have joined forces with millions of volunteers from 197 countries to commemorate World Clean-Up Day, all sharing the goal of fostering a cleaner planet.” He emphasised the importance of community involvement, stating that people are actively participating in community projects to continue enhancing green spaces.

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