
Malta’s Labour Party Wins Historic Fourth Term
Prime Minister Robert Abela triumphs in snap election, securing a fresh mandate for stability amid regional uncertainty

Prime Minister Robert Abela triumphs in snap election, securing a fresh mandate for stability amid regional uncertainty

Key campaign issues have centered on the economy, including rising rents, infrastructure concerns, and cost-of-living pressures in one of Europe’s smallest and most densely populated countries.

Robert Abela will face Alex Borg, leader of the Nationalist Party, on May 30th—Borg says his party is ready to contest the election.

Despite the accusations of corruption, the Labour Party of Malta won 55% of the vote and 38 seats—with an absolute majority of 33 seats.