Alex Borg: “PN’s New Mantra – Politics with a Smile”

Standing on the bustling Republic Street in Valletta, Alex Borg, the newly elected leader of the Nationalist Party (PN), is a stark contrast to the historic grandeur surrounding him. Gone are the somber suits, replaced by a casual shirt and jeans. His demeanor is relaxed, yet determined, as he speaks about his vision for Malta’s political scene. “We want to build politics on positivity and unity,” he says, his voice echoing against the ancient stone walls.

From Party Veteran to Party Leader

Borg, a veteran party strategist, is no stranger to politics. Yet, his rise to the party leadership is anything but conventional. In a party known for its traditional power dynamics, Borg’s election signals a shift, a desire for change. He won the leadership race not with promises of grandeur, but with a simple, yet powerful message: “Let’s smile again.”

Positivity and Unity: More Than Just Buzzwords

Borg’s positivity and unity mantra are more than just buzzwords. They’re a response to Malta’s polarizing political climate. “We’ve seen enough negativity, enough division,” Borg says, his eyes reflecting the harsh Maltese sun. “It’s time we focus on what unites us, not what divides us.”

Borg envisions a politics that’s more about collaboration than confrontation. He wants to see PN working with other parties, not against them. “We should be competing on ideas, not on insults,” he says, a hint of a smile playing on his lips.

From Valletta to Żejtun: A Unity Agenda

Borg’s vision isn’t just for the party elite. He wants to see it reflected in every PN branch, from the bustling streets of Valletta to the quiet lanes of Żejtun. “We need to reach out to everyone, listen to everyone,” he says. “That’s the only way we can truly be a party of unity.”

Borg’s agenda is ambitious. It’s a call to transform Malta’s political culture, to make it more inclusive, more positive. It’s a tall order, but as Borg stands there, his back to the Grandmaster’s Palace, his eyes on the future, it’s clear he’s ready to give it his best shot.

“We’re not promising a paradise,” he says, his voice steady. “We’re promising a Malta where everyone feels they belong, where everyone feels they can smile.”