EC President Ursula von der Leyen visits Gozo

EC President Ursula von der Leyen visits Gozo
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President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen is on a visit to Gozo this morning.

On the Gozo Channel journey across, there was what was described as a “productive talk.”

Ms von der Leyen, writing on social media said, “we discussed how to ensure EU policies answer Malta’s unique location and specificities, eg in transport, energy or medicines.”

The Head of the European Commission said that she is “happy to visit the beautiful island of Gozo.”

On a visit to Nadur, Ms von der Leyen remarked that “it’s heart-warming to children coming back to their newly renovated Nadur Primary School.”

She added, “this is just the beginning. NextGenEU is investing €330 million in Malta.”

She explained that “NextGenEU investment supports you to combine strong growth and sustainable use of resources.”

Prime Minister Robert Abela, said that “our discussions primarily revolved on economy, energy and migration. Today holds special significance for as we host the MED9. Cooperation is key to ensure that the realities of the Med region are taken into account.”

Photo: PM Robert Abela – X

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    1 Response

    1. Dietmar Treptow says:

      Next Gen EU is investing €330 million in Malta.

      I am very interested how much of this money goes to Gozo!
      Maybe then it is time to repair the worst road in Nadur?!

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