A public discussion regarding the importance and impact of the European Parliament on the island and Gozitan community, was organised recently by Europe Direct Gozo in collaboration with the European Parliament Liaison Office.

Europe Direct Gozo explained that the island of Gozo like other European islands is in the periphery of Europe, however there is a notable impact on islands like Gozo, through discussions and legislation passed by the European Parliament.

The main scope of this discussion, it said, was to analyse the relationship between the European Parliament and Gozo.

The main challenges faced by Gozo and how the European Parliament can help Gozo to address these challenges, were also discussed.

President of the European Parliament, Dr. Roberta Metsola, opened the discussion, highlighting the importance of decisions taken by the European Parliament towards islands like Gozo.

Dr Mario Sammut, Head of the European Parliament Liaison Office (EPLO), also stressed on the importance of the European Parliament towards Gozo and the important role of his office.

Dr Sammut also mentioned the continuous collaboration between EPLO and Europe Direct Gozo.

A panel which included MEP Dr Josianne Cutajar, Lorenzo Vella Head of the European Commission Representation in Malta, Dr George Vital Zammit a Senior Lecturer at the University of Malta, Daniel Sultana a sixth form student and an iMEP delagate and Haley Xuereb a University of Malta student and also an iMEP delegate, discussed different aspects regarding the impact of the European Parliament towards Gozo.

Daniel Borg, CEO the Gozo Business Chamber in his closing speech, emphasised upon the need to participate in the work of the European institutions where the decision are taken.

Dr Christian Zammit moderated the discussion.

Photo: Europe Direct Office Gozo

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