**Thai PM Dissolves Parliament, Paving Way for National Elections: A Look from Malta** In a move that has captured international attention, Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha has dissolved the country’s parliament, setting the stage for national elections. This political maneuver has significant implications for Thailand and has sparked discussions among the Maltese community, especially those…
### Alex Perici Calascione: The PN Deputy Leader’s Bid for the Ninth District In the dynamic political landscape of Malta, every election season brings forth a flurry of activity, with politicians vying for the trust and votes of the electorate. This year, the spotlight is on Alex Perici Calascione, the deputy leader of the Nationalist…
**Alex Perici Calascione to Run on PN Ticket in Ninth District: A New Hope for Malta’s Political Landscape** In the ever-evolving political tapestry of Malta, the announcement of Alex Perici Calascione running on the PN ticket in the ninth district is a beacon of hope for many. This development is not merely a shift in…
**PN MP Ryan Callus Announces He Will Not Contest Next General Election** In a surprising turn of events, Nationalist Party (PN) Member of Parliament Ryan Callus has announced that he will not be seeking re-election in the upcoming general elections. This decision has sent ripples through the local political landscape, stirring up a mix of…
**Why Do So Many MPs Run on Two Districts? A Malta Perspective** In the intricate web of Maltese politics, a peculiar trend has emerged that has both intrigued and puzzled many: the phenomenon of Members of Parliament (MPs) contesting elections in two districts simultaneously. This practice, while not unique to Malta, carries significant weight within…
— Clayton Bartolo, a well-known figure in Maltese politics, has officially announced his intention to contest the upcoming election. In a recent statement, Bartolo emphasized his unwavering commitment to the Labour Party, identifying himself as a “Labourite.” This announcement has sparked considerable interest and discussion within the Maltese political landscape, reflecting the ongoing dynamics and…
**PN Heavyweights’ Relatives in the Race for Party Executive Posts: A New Era of Political Dynasties?** Malta’s political landscape is no stranger to dynastic politics, where family names often carry significant weight. The recent announcement that relatives of prominent Nationalist Party (PN) figures are vying for executive positions within the party has sparked a mix…
The PN’s next battle: can Bernard Grech sell a new dream to a nation that stopped listening? Żebbuġ, 7 a.m. The bell of the parish church is still echoing across the square when Raymond Bajada, 71, unfolds a plastic chair outside the PN club and lights the first cigarette of the day. The club’s green-and-white…
New PN leader Alex Borg pledges to work ‘side by side’ with Adrian Delia The Pietà headquarters of the Nationalist Party (PN) echoed with applause on Saturday evening as Alex Borg, a 42-year-old lawyer from Rabat, took the stage as the freshly elected leader and immediately pledged to govern “shoulder to shoulder” with his former…
The gut of the undecided: how Malta’s floating voters are reshaping the island’s future ======================================================================================= Walk into any kazin from Birkirkara to Birżebbuġa this month and you’ll hear the same murmurs over pastizzi and ħobż biż-żejt: “Min sejrin nivvutaw?” The question hangs in the air like the scent of fried ricotta, because in Malta the…
