**How the EU’s Plan to Use Russian Assets for Ukraine Could Impact Malta** The European Union’s recent proposal to use Russian assets to fund Ukraine’s recovery has sent ripples across the continent, and Malta is no exception. As a member of the EU, Malta’s economic and political landscape is intricately tied to decisions made at…
### Climate Crunch Time in Brussels as EU Leaders Meet: A Malta Perspective In the heart of Europe, Brussels is abuzz with activity as EU leaders gather to tackle one of the most pressing issues of our time: climate change. For Malta, a small island nation at the epicenter of the Mediterranean, the stakes are…
Weber Fuels Uncertainty Over EP Presidency Deal Amid Talk of Third Metsola Term: A Malta Perspective The political landscape in Malta is buzzing with uncertainty as the potential third term for Roberta Metsola as President of the European Parliament (EP) becomes a topic of fervent discussion. This development is not just a matter of EU…
## France’s Sarkozy: A Tale of Two Bodyguards and Maltese Reflections In a rather unusual twist of events, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been granted the unique privilege of having two bodyguards while serving his jail sentence. This peculiar arrangement has sparked a range of reactions across Europe, and Malta is no exception. As…
In a spirited display of national pride and political resilience, Maltese Labour MEPs have risen to defend Malta against what they perceive as unwarranted criticism from the EU in the ongoing rule of law debate. The recent EU Commission report has sparked a heated discussion, with some suggesting that Malta’s judicial system and governance structures…
French Prime Minister Édouard Philippe, who was reappointed by President Emmanuel Macron earlier this week, survived two confidence votes in the French parliament. The votes were necessitated by the ongoing strikes and protests that have gripped France, with Philippe defending his government’s handling of the pension reform proposals. This political drama unfolding across the Mediterranean…
# Macron Reappoints Sebastien Lecornu as France’s Prime Minister: What It Means for Malta French President Emmanuel Macron has made a significant move by reappointing Sebastien Lecornu as France’s Prime Minister. This political development has ripple effects across Europe, including Malta. As a longstanding member of the European Union, Malta is keenly aware of the…
### EU Questions Apple, Google, Snapchat, YouTube Over Risks to Children: A Malta Perspective The European Union has recently turned its scrutinizing eye towards tech giants Apple, Google, Snapchat, and YouTube, questioning their practices and policies regarding the safety and well-being of children online. This move resonates deeply with Malta, a nation that prides itself…
**Child Protection vs Privacy: Decision Time for EU** In the heart of the European Union, Malta finds itself at a crossroads, grappling with a delicate balance between child protection and privacy. As the EU deliberates on new policies, the island nation is keenly aware of the implications these decisions will have on its tight-knit communities…
# EU ‘must respond’ to Russia’s ‘hybrid warfare’: von der Leyen – A Malta Perspective The European Union’s stance on Russia’s hybrid warfare tactics, as emphasized by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, resonates deeply within Malta’s geopolitical landscape. Von der Leyen’s call for a unified and robust EU response underscores the importance of…
EU weighs new €140 billion Ukraine loan using Russian assets – what it means for Malta Valletta’s Grand Harbour ferries were still unloading Monday morning commuters when news broke that Brussels is exploring a €140 billion loan to Kyiv, collateralised by frozen Russian central-bank assets. In cafés along the Valletta waterfront the reaction was instant:…
University students huddled over laptops outside Valletta’s campus canteen are used to swapping memes, lecture notes and relationship gossip on Discord and WhatsApp. This week, however, the chat among the usual espressos and pastizzi crumbs has turned unusually political: a home-grown student coalition has launched Malta’s first national petition against the EU’s proposed “Chat Control”…
