President of Malta Links Irregular Migration File to Stability in Libya.

Tripoli, 14 December 2020(Lana) President George Vella linked the solution of the irregular migration and its threat to Malta on ending the conflict and restoring stability to Libya. In a speech marking the 'Republic Day', Vella said end of conflict in Libya, as negotiations are underway, could signal a step forward towards a positive solution to the issue of migration. He expressed hope that the latest developments, namely the ceasefire and the continuing talks, could lead to a control, by the new government, of traffickers who constitute a major part of this phenomenon. The President expressed his disappointment for failure by EU members to assist Malta in confronting this challenge. 'Solidarity isn't mere buzz words, I don't see any cooperation from other member states with states bordering our country, Vella said. On his part, Prime Minister Robert Abila commended 'the positive developments regarding Libya, following an agreement to finance Libyan coastal guards to combat traffickers. =Lana=