Alex Borg’s First Sunday Speech: New PN Leader Declares ‘We Can Win’ in Mosta Rally
**”We can win” – Alex Borg fires up PN in first Sunday speech to party**
In a packed PN club in Mosta, newly elected Nationalist Party leader Alex Borg delivered his first Sunday morning speech to party faithful, declaring “we can win” as he outlined his vision for returning the party to power after more than a decade in opposition.
The traditional Sunday political gathering, a fixture in Maltese political culture dating back generations, took on renewed significance as Borg addressed hundreds of supporters who braved the unseasonably warm December weather. The choice of Mosta, a traditional PN stronghold that flipped to Labour in the last election, sent a clear message about Borg’s intentions to reclaim lost territory.
“Malta deserves better than a government that takes its people for granted,” Borg declared in Maltese, his voice echoing through the club adorned with PN’s blue banners. “Together, we can win back the trust of every village, every family, every Maltese citizen who believes in a better future.”
The speech marked Borg’s formal introduction to the party grassroots since his election as leader last month. At 45, he represents a generational shift for the PN, which has struggled to connect with younger voters while maintaining its traditional base. His message struck a careful balance between acknowledging past failures and projecting confidence about the future.
Local PN councillor Maria Camilleri from nearby Naxxar captured the mood among supporters: “There’s a different energy today. People aren’t just attending out of duty – they’re here because they believe again. Alex speaks like one of us, not above us.”
Borg’s address touched on familiar PN themes – good governance, environmental protection, and economic responsibility – but packaged them in language that resonated with everyday concerns. He spoke of traffic congestion that turns 15-minute journeys into hour-long ordeals, of young couples priced out of the property market, and of elderly residents struggling with rising costs.
The timing of the speech, coming just weeks before Christmas, wasn’t lost on political observers. December traditionally marks the beginning of intense political activity ahead of the new year, with parties positioning themselves for the months ahead. Borg’s decision to use his first major address to energize the party base rather than launch specific policies suggested a focus on rebuilding morale first.
Political analyst Dr. Rachel Pace noted the strategic importance of the moment: “The PN has been demoralized since successive electoral defeats. Borg needs to rebuild belief before he can rebuild the party. Today’s speech was about creating momentum and unity – policy specifics can wait.”
The crowd, a mix of veteran party activists and younger faces, responded enthusiastically to Borg’s calls for unity. When he declared “the PN is everyone’s party – workers, professionals, pensioners, students,” applause erupted from all corners of the club. The informal atmosphere, with children weaving between adults clutching plastic cups of orange juice, exemplified Malta’s unique political culture where party affiliation often spans generations.
As Maltese families gathered for their traditional Sunday lunch following the political meeting, conversations at nearby cafés suggested Borg’s message had found its mark. “He sounds genuine,” remarked one undecided voter at a Mosta café. “But sounding genuine and delivering change are two different things. We’ll be watching.”
Borg faces the formidable challenge of uniting a party that has seen internal divisions and electoral setbacks. Yet his first Sunday speech suggested a leader aware that rebuilding requires patience, authenticity, and above all, restoring faith that victory remains possible. As one longtime activist summarized while leaving the club: “We’ve heard promises before. This time feels different, but the proof will be in the months ahead.”
The journey back to relevance has begun, but as any Maltese politician knows, Sunday speeches are just the opening act in Malta’s never-ending political theatre.
