The Gozo Business Chamber has extended its congratulations to Alex Borg on his election as Leader of the Opposition. “This is an important step in any democratic society.”
The Chamber, in a statement said it believes that “this comes at an important stage in the democratic process of our country. Now more than ever our country necessitates a political discourse centred on an inclusive approach, bold regulatory and economic reforms, which however do not put aside the common good.”
The Chamber stressed that “politics and politicians need to remember that theirs is a vocation to serve, and that they are leading our community by example. However, this cannot be done without dialogue which ensures that major reforms are agreed upon, and that any proposed changes to legislation and policies are taken account of and evaluated.”
It warned that “a confrontational and antagonistic approach in such a small society, when not justified, hinders genuine progress and the implementation of changes which really benefit society. Political parties need to understand the power and influence they yield, carrying this responsibility accordingly.”
As a member of Parliament hailing from Gozo, the Chamber said it believes that Dr Borg’s background “will be instrumental to understand the challenges faced by the Gozitan community, and the need for the further recognition of Gozo’s regional identity and status if Gozo is really to develop in an integral way.”