Ad
The annual carnival is a way for Maltese to comment on political affairs (Photo: Peter Grima)

The heated life of Malta's politics

by Eric Maurice, Valletta, Malta,

Malta has been commended in Brussels for its smooth presidency of the Council, since January, at a time of post-Brexit uncertainty. But back home, domestic politics can be just as tumultuous as the winds on the rocky Mediterranean island.

During a visit earlier this year to the EU's smallest state, EUobserver witnessed Valletta's carnival - where the array of grotesque painted figures included ministers involved in corruption accusations.

Days before, on the same streets, the oppo...

Get EU news that matters

Back our independent journalism by becoming a supporting member

Already a member? Login here
Ad
Ad