The race for the leadership of the Nationalist Party (PN) in Malta is intensifying, with candidates Roberta Metsola’s and Bernard Grech’s factions agreeing to a truce, while Mario de Marco withdraws. However, the contest between incumbent leader Bernard Grech and challenger Roberta Metsola has taken an interesting turn, with both candidates now permitted to name each other in public discourse. This development has led to a series of verbal sparring matches between the two, with Metsola and Grech exchanging pointed remarks and criticisms.
The PN’s internal conflict reflects broader debates within Maltese politics, particularly regarding the country’s relationship with the European Union and issues of governance and transparency. As the party navigates this leadership contest, the direction and future of the PN hang in the balance, with both candidates presenting distinct visions for the party’s path forward.
The contest’s outcome will likely have significant implications for Maltese politics, given the PN’s role as a major opposition party. With the leadership race heating up, both Metsola and Grech are working to solidify their support within the party, setting the stage for a potentially defining moment in Malta’s political landscape.
