Roberta Metsola: Rallies in Malta as Voters ‘Choose Country’s Future’

In the heart of Valletta, the capital’s bustling Republic Street was a sea of blue and yellow on Saturday. Roberta Metsola, the Nationalist Party’s (PN) candidate for the European Parliament, was rallying her troops. The sun was scorching, but the atmosphere was electric. “Today, we’re not just choosing an MEP,” Metsola shouted, her voice echoing off the historic buildings. “We’re choosing Malta’s future direction.”

Metsola’s Message: ‘A New Start for Malta’

Metsola’s message was clear: a vote for her is a vote for change. She promised to fight for Malta’s interests in Brussels, to challenge the status quo, and to give Maltese people a voice in Europe. “We deserve a new start,” she told the cheering crowd. “A start where Malta is respected, where our voice is heard, and where we can look to the future with confidence.”

Her speech was interrupted by chants of “Roberta, Roberta!” and cheers of support. The crowd, a mix of young and old, waved PN flags and held up posters bearing Metsola’s image. Among them was Joseph, a retired teacher from Zebbug. “I’ve voted PN all my life,” he said, “but this time, it’s different. This time, we have a real chance for change.”

Rallying Across the Islands

Metsola’s rallies aren’t confined to Malta’s main island. She’s been crisscrossing the Maltese archipelago, from the Three Cities to Gozo. Last week, she addressed a packed crowd in Victoria’s Freedom Square. “Gozo deserves better,” she told them. “It deserves someone who will fight for it, not just in words, but in actions.” Her words resonated with many Gozitans, who feel sidelined by the current administration.

Back in Malta, Metsola’s campaign has been visible everywhere. From the iconic Three Cities skyline to the bustling streets of Sliema, her posters and banners are hard to miss. Her campaign slogan, “A New Start for Malta,” has become a familiar refrain, echoing through the islands.

Voters Weigh In

Malta goes to the polls on May 25. As voters prepare to cast their ballots, the choice is clear. They can stick with the status quo or choose a new direction. For many, like Joseph and the crowd in Valletta, that new direction is Roberta Metsola.

“We’ve had enough of the same old, same old,” said Maria, a young professional from Birkirkara. “Roberta offers us something different. She offers us hope.”

As the rally ended and the crowd dispersed, Metsola stood by the stage, shaking hands and posing for selfies. The sun was setting, casting a golden glow over Republic Street. But the energy was far from gone. The choice is made, the future is at stake, and Malta is ready to vote.