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[WATCH] Maltese journalist in Paris describes ‘tense’ atmosphere ahead of Olympics
Malta’s refusal to succour the Sea-Watch migrant is simply fuelled by one consideration: the coming European elections
In spite of the government’s assertion, that it cannot accept migrants stranded on board the Sea-Watch 3 and the Prof Albrecht Penck because this would set a precedent for the future, the real reason is fuelled by electoral considerations, Saviour Balzan says in his videoblog.
All over Europe, governments, including the Muscat administration, want to appear tough on migration.
Balzan also talks about the proposed 100,000 square metre development at St George’s Bay and asks what is behind this development.