Tag: Repubblika
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Energy Minister organises discussion at Tumas Group Hotel: Repubblika refuses to attend
Energy Minister Miriam Dalli’s ministry is organising just another propaganda event entitled “Sustainable Development Multi-Stakeholder Forum” at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Qawra on 12 November, to supposedly discuss Malta’s progress towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and its long-term sustainability strategy. The hotel is owned by Tumas Group, which is also one of…
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Valletta Mayor publishes statement on censorship of City Gate banners: says law and safety must be respected
Valletta Mayor Olaf McKay has published a very political statement on his refusal to issue permits for banners to commemorate Daphne Caruana Galizia, as has been the custom for years after she was murdered on October 16th, 2027. He made a very politically charged statement invoking his authority as mayor, saying that Valletta is not…
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Thousands of Maltese gather in Valletta calling for justice for Daphne
Thousands of Maltese citizens have gathered in Valletta during this evening to protest for justice for Daphne Caruana Galizia following the acquittal of Yorgen Fenech, who faced charges of complicity in the journalist’s murder. Opposition Leader Alex Borg attended to the protest along with other PN deputies. Present was also ADPD Leader Sandra Gauci. Repubblika…
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Repubblika’s monthly vigil for Daphne Caruana Galizia suspended
Repubblika has issued a press release announcing the cancellation of its monthly vigil commemorating journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia which is also usually used to call for justice for her. The silent vigil was due to be held beside the Great Siege Monument in Valletta to mark 105 months since Caruana Galizia was assassinated. Repubblika said…
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NGOs commemorate Daphne Caruana Galizia with monthly vigil
Yesterday in Valletta, NGO Repubblika held its monthly vigil to commemorate slain journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. The vigil marked her murder after 8 years and six months with full justice for her murder still pending. In her speech, Repubblika President Vicki Ann Cremona said that the government is intentionally refusing to consult with NGOs and…
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Vigil for Daphne Caruana Galizia renews call for truth and justice
Yesterday evening, activists from NGO Repubblika, and members of the public gathered once again at the Great Siege Square in Valletta on 16 March for the monthly vigil in memory of Daphne Caruana Galizia, renewing calls for truth, justice and accountability nearly nine years after her assassination. Addressing the gathering, activist Manuel Delia said that…
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Hiding behind the Standards Commissioner (again)
Political party Momentum and NGO Repubblika have requested the Standards Commissioner to investigate the allegations made by Judge Lawrence Mintoff including those about the Paqpaqli case. The focus should be on the Prime Minister’s irregular meetings with the Judiciary – anything else is just a distraction and diversion. Under no normal circumstances should the Prime…
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Repubblika holds vigil in front of US Embassy despite condemnation by the Prime Minister
NGO Repubblika has held a vigil in front of the US Embassy in Ta’ Qali despite condemnations by the Prime Minister in Parliament on Monday. NGO president Vicky Ann Cremona said that developments unfolding in the United States were deeply worrying because of their global repercussions, particularly given the country’s influence on international politics and…
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Repubblika calls for probe into Galdes’ €140,000 Gozo penthouse
Repubblika has expressed strong concern over a recent property purchase by Roderick Galdes, Minister responsible for social and affordable housing, who acquired a luxury penthouse in Gozo from developer Joseph Portelli for €140,000 – a price critics argue is far below what ordinary Maltese families would pay for a similar property today. At a time…
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Repubblika questions police conclusion on Kordin abuse: “This is not enough”
Repubblika has challenged the Police Commissioner’s statement that “no criminal evidence” was found in the alleged abuse at the Corradino Correctional Facility, saying the conclusion is inadequate and raises serious concerns. The organisation noted that the Ombudsman’s report uncovered systemic failures inside the prison, including degrading treatment, intimidation, arbitrary punishment and serious administrative shortcomings. Vulnerable…
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Hundreds march in Valletta commemorating Daphne Caruana Galizia
Yesterday evening, hundreds of people marched in a rally commemorating Daphne Caruana Galizia, eight years after she was murdered. Many Opposition politicians from Malta and journalists worldwide gave their tributes online and the rally of yesterday was well-attended. Speakers at the rally yesterday included Andrew Drago from (Front Żgħażagħ għall-Ambjent), Giuseppe Giulietti (Articolo 21), Ingram…
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NGO Repubblika demand more anti-SLAPP legislation in their latest manifesto
Earlier this week, civil-society NGO Repubblika released their manifesto called Democratic Vision 2050: Truth, Memory and Freedom. The manifesto focuses on 14 main themes stretching from governance to human rights and include the crisis in rule-of-law and constitutional reform. Among the proposals being made by Repubblika are proposals to strengthen Maltese press freedom and the…