”This is your moment – the people’s moment,” the moment of a country that ”wants to move forward towards a stronger Malta.” This was the message from the Leader of the Nationalist Alex Borg during an interview with NET News journalist Chayenne Riolo at another event in the Qrib Taghkom series in Mdina,

He emphasised that Malta is at a crucial moment in which the people must choose a better future for themselves and for their children.

Alex Borg stressed that after years of rhetoric and promises, the people are now clearly seeing the Government’s contradictions. ”While it is now speaking about open spaces and quality of life, everyone knows the Government’s track record on green spaces is one of failure.”

He also criticised the uncertainty being created by the Prime Minister regarding an early election, which is negatively impacting businesses, workers and families.

Alex Borg said that the election date cannot continue to be used as a ”political game to retain power, and questioned the real reason behind this uncertainty when the country is not facing any crisis that would justify an early election.”

The PN Leader stated that with each passing day it is becoming increasingly clear that the Nationalist Party ”is strengthening, while more people are losing trust in the Government.” He said that it is not enough to simply reduce the gap between the two parties, stressing that the people need a fresh vision and a government that truly has the interests of all Maltese and Gozitans at heart.

On the Government’s promises, Alex Borg said that while the public can judge for itself how much of the Labour Party’s electoral manifesto has been implemented, the Government itself has admitted that one in every five promises remains unfulfilled.

He noted that among the unfulfilled pledges are those related to green spaces, economic innovation, and support for farmers and fishermen. He questioned why, ”if Robert Abela still has commitments to deliver, he does not continue working to fulfil them.”

On the issue of property, Alex Borg said the situation has become almost impossible for young people to purchase their own home. He explained that the PN is putting forward concrete proposals to assist those struggling to get on the property ladder, with measures targeted at those who need help most.

On the cost of living, he reiterated the PN’s commitment to stand close to the people, with concrete measures to ease the burden on families and young people. These include a €5,000 Child Trust Fund for every child, the removal of tax on cost-of-living increases, and a tax exemption on the first €10,000 earned from overtime or part-time work. He also referred to the need to continue exploring the possibility of a four-day week to improve quality of life.

In the energy sector, Alex Borg said that the PN is determined to keep utility bills low while investing in renewable energy sources so that the country becomes more energy independent. He criticised the fact that Malta remains behind in clean energy despite the Government’s promises, and stressed the need for a serious vision that provides peace of mind for families and businesses.

He also questioned whether Miriam Dalli can provide the public with a clear account of what is happening regarding the country’s gas price agreement, as the current agreement approaches its expiry.

He added that the Government has also failed in basic sectors such as transport, where to date there is still no clear vision. The PN, he said, ”will immediately begin the mass transport project within the first 100 days, with a commitment to complete the first phase within five years.”

Alex Borg stated that ”the PN is ready to govern, with a strengthened team of candidates and a clear vision for the country. He said that whether Robert Abela forces an early election or it takes place as scheduled next year, the Nationalist Party is determined to offer a better future for all Maltese and Gozitans.

“This is your moment. Let us build together a stronger country, with new opportunities and renewed ambition. Tomorrow’s Malta must be a Malta for all Maltese and Gozitans,” Alex Borg concluded.’

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