Robert Abela said : “It is a question of priority, and we have started working on it straight away. I also believe that the country’s employers are on board,”

MaltaToday Wednesday, February 19, 2020 2:45:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We are eager to do it for the sake and love of our country,”

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 18, 2020 1:30:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “People inside the party feared that newcomers would come and take their place. For every circumstance when this happened, I apologise, but we have to remain an open party. We have to be open to diversity, without having people side-lined,”

MaltaToday Sunday, February 16, 2020 4:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “My government will not tolerate such behaviour,”

MaltaToday Sunday, February 16, 2020 4:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “If they are ready to undermine their own in this way, just imagine what they are ready to do to those who do not agree with them. This is why we have to remain united,”

MaltaToday Sunday, February 16, 2020 4:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "I acknowledge we had issued which tainted our reputation,"

MaltaToday Friday, February 14, 2020 2:51:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "We are doing what we are doing in good faith, as we are convinced we need a good rule of law system and a state based on good governance to complement a robust economy, "

MaltaToday Friday, February 14, 2020 2:51:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We have a situation where the force is investigating its own members which shows there is integrity in the way it operates. But there is still more that needs to be done,”

timesofmalta Friday, February 14, 2020 10:09:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : "We have a situation where the force is investigating its own members, which shows there is integrity in the way it operates. But there is still more that needs to be done,"

xinhuanet_en Thursday, February 13, 2020 6:19:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “The force did what it had to do. There will also be no political interference when it comes to choosing a new police commissioner,”

timesofmalta Thursday, February 13, 2020 5:57:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “But there is still more that needs to be done and I am now looking forward to having a new way of appointing a new commissioner,”

timesofmalta Thursday, February 13, 2020 5:57:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "But I understand your point. I promise there will be transparency and accountability with every public contract. I guarantee this will be the case and I take responsibility for this,"

timesofmalta Thursday, February 13, 2020 2:59:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “The force did what it had to do. There will also be no political interference when it comes to choosing a new police commissioner,”

timesofmalta Thursday, February 13, 2020 1:58:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “But there is still more that needs to be done and I am now looking forward to having a new way of appointing a new commissioner,”

timesofmalta Thursday, February 13, 2020 1:58:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “This confirms that we have a functioning police force,”

msn-uk Wednesday, February 12, 2020 3:48:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela added : “This confirms that we have a functioning police force. If these investigations lead to people being taken to court or to disciplinary action being taken, then that is what will happen,”

timesofmalta Wednesday, February 12, 2020 8:58:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : “This confirms that we have a functioning police force. If these investigations lead to people being taken to court or to disciplinary action being taken, then that is what will happen,”

timesofmalta Tuesday, February 11, 2020 8:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We believe in the talents of young people. As a country, we should continue to promote such talent. It makes us very proud to see young people with so much enthusiasm,”

timesofmalta Tuesday, February 11, 2020 6:29:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Adrian Delia ) : “We have no fixed appointment yet but I’m always ready to dialogue with Adrian Delia as Opposition leader,”

MaltaToday Tuesday, February 11, 2020 5:13:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "It is not the government on its own which has pushed the country forward, but it is the people,"

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:32:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela explained : "We are a government which focuses on leading the country and following the nation's interests,"

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:32:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "Domestic violence is a difficult problem to fight, as much of the violence happens behinds closed doors in people's homes," "I have seen it myself in my work as a lawyer, and the hardest thing is for victims to speak up, as this can be humiliating for victims. But we need to address the situation"

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:32:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela explained : "In four years, cruise liners will be able to hook up to an onshore supply, instead of burning heavy fuel oil,"

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:32:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela explained : "We already have a positive situation in Malta, as we already have 80% of people who are homeowners; but that means we have 20% who are struggling,"

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:32:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Providing social housing doesn’t just mean building new homes. It also involves finding dilapidated places and regenerating them,”

timesofmalta Wednesday, February 5, 2020 5:52:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “This the way things are carried out in a serious country,”

MaltaToday Sunday, February 2, 2020 3:18:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Normality has been restored, and this can be shown in our trust ratings,”

MaltaToday Sunday, February 2, 2020 3:18:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Joseph Muscat, together with Chris Fearne, introduced me to them. There was an introductory meeting that only lasted for a few minutes there might be negotiations to revisit the contract, there might be various changes, whether the contract will remain in place, whether it will be revoked by government or by Steward or whether the conditions of said contract will be renegotiated,”

MaltaIndipendent Friday, January 31, 2020 6:47:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Joseph Muscat ) : “It’s not true that Joseph Muscat was representing Steward because otherwise I would not have accepted to be present for that meeting I don’t feel comfortable with someone who was prime minister and now a backbencher being present for a meeting of this kind in fact, he wasn’t his involvement was simply as a way of introducing me,”

MaltaIndipendent Friday, January 31, 2020 6:47:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "We have taken decisions and will continue doing so to ensure good governance,"

MaltaToday Thursday, January 30, 2020 10:50:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : "We have taken decisions and will continue doing so to ensure good governance,"

MaltaToday Wednesday, January 29, 2020 8:42:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “At this moment in time I believe the protest is unnecessary but I respect the right of those attending and organising it. However, I also believe that the protest is out of place,”

timesofmalta Wednesday, January 29, 2020 3:19:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Joseph Muscat, together with Chris Fearne, introduced me to them. There was an introductory meeting that only lasted for a few minutes there might be negotiations to revisit the contract, there might be various changes, whether the contract will remain in place, whether it will be revoked by government or by Steward or whether the conditions of said contract will be renegotiated,”

MaltaToday Monday, January 27, 2020 2:35:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Joseph Muscat ) : “It’s not true that Joseph Muscat was representing Steward because otherwise I would not have accepted to be present for that meeting I don’t feel comfortable with someone who was prime minister and now a backbencher being present for a meeting of this kind in fact, he wasn’t his involvement was simply as a way of introducing me,”

MaltaToday Monday, January 27, 2020 2:35:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela replied : “It’s not a question of eliminating people I want to work with individuals who I have faith in and, naturally, there are good people who have every right to keep working. The judgement on the relationship between Schembri and Muscat the decisions which needed to be taken were taken. Now, we look to the future”

MaltaToday Monday, January 27, 2020 2:35:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “There should also be every possible remedy to ensure the inconvenience is minimised as much as possible,”

timesofmalta Saturday, January 25, 2020 10:24:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Commission ) : “the opposition’s proposal is definitely not conforming to the Venice Commission (recommendations) as nothing is mentioned in the commission's report about there being a need for 2/3 of the parliament, as the opposition is saying. The Venice Commission says that there needs to be a public call and the opposition’s proposition leaves this criteria out and in reality leaves it only up to politicians to appoint the new police commissioner”

MaltaIndipendent Friday, January 24, 2020 6:04:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “What we said was that there are situations where the local community is involved that require for further discussion so that there is a more level playing field,”

MaltaIndipendent Friday, January 24, 2020 6:04:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "It [the termination] was a decision on which I was consulted and one which I and parliamentary secretary [Clayton Bartolo] felt had to be taken,"

MaltaToday Friday, January 24, 2020 3:19:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "Where shortcomings are identified, I will be the first to push for these to be addressed,"

MaltaToday Friday, January 24, 2020 3:19:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “That was the instance where I was most misquoted throughout the whole [leadership] campaign,”

MaltaToday Wednesday, January 22, 2020 7:16:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “The plan for the future is that we go back to being classified as a ‘full democracy’, by continuing to put in place the necessary changes,”

MaltaToday Wednesday, January 22, 2020 7:16:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “This process will increase the scrutiny carried out by independent organisations,”

MaltaToday Tuesday, January 21, 2020 9:40:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Commission ) : “The Venice Commission had proposed ‘public competition’ for this role, and we feel that a two-thirds majority vote was not in line with such a recommendation,”

MaltaToday Tuesday, January 21, 2020 9:40:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “I acted when I had the complete picture,”

MaltaToday Monday, January 20, 2020 3:59:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Byron Camilleri ) : “As I understand it there are already ongoing procedures - minister Byron Camilleri mentioned it yesterday,”

MaltaToday Monday, January 20, 2020 3:59:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela told : “This has been a week which filled me with enthusiasm. It was a hard week in which we worked a lot, but the results were good. I asked for a few weeks to bring back stability to the country. Today I won’t ask for more time to do this, but for less time,”

MaltaToday Sunday, January 19, 2020 3:33:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We are the government, we will lead the country and we will take the decisions,”

timesofmalta Sunday, January 19, 2020 2:18:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am so proud that I will be working closely with him,"

timesofmalta Saturday, January 18, 2020 3:09:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Last election a prime minister was elected from that district and in the next general election they will have a prime minister who will again contest that district,”

timesofmalta Saturday, January 18, 2020 11:12:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the [police] force could start taking place,"

deutschewelle-en Saturday, January 18, 2020 5:33:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr. Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the [police] force could start taking place,"

voanews Saturday, January 18, 2020 12:55:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the [police] force could start taking place,"

dw-en Friday, January 17, 2020 7:13:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : “In his resignation letter, Mr. Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the (police) force could start taking place,”

theglobeandmail Friday, January 17, 2020 6:19:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the (police) force could start taking place,"

wsau Friday, January 17, 2020 6:12:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the (police) force could start taking place,"

news-yahoo Friday, January 17, 2020 5:29:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "I am against abortion and in favour of life. Abortion is not legal in our country, and as long as I am Prime Minister, abortion will remain illegal"

MaltaIndipendent Friday, January 17, 2020 5:17:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the (police) force could start taking place,"

trust2 Friday, January 17, 2020 5:09:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Malta’s central position in the Mediterranean has always served to make us bridge-builders between countries,”

MaltaToday Friday, January 17, 2020 4:57:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “As a country whose aspirations are that of promoting peace, prosperity and equality, Malta is seeking election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations security council for the term 2023-2024,”

MaltaToday Friday, January 17, 2020 4:57:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : “I want to thank Cutajar for his contribution at the police corps during his time in charge,”

MaltaToday Friday, January 17, 2020 1:46:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Malta is a secular state, but the constitution also affords a strong, fundamental freedom that everyone is entitled to his religion of choice,”

MaltaToday Thursday, January 16, 2020 10:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “While I believe in a secular society, where there is a distinction between the State and religion, and the autonomies are respected, we share common values and I wanted to send a message,”

MaltaToday Thursday, January 16, 2020 10:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “I will tell them that Malta is a stable country where the rule of law is strong but with humility I will admit that we did mistakes that could have damaged our reputation and these will not be repeated,”

MaltaToday Wednesday, January 15, 2020 9:58:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela told ( about Keith Schembri ) : “I do not communicate with Keith Schembri,”

MaltaToday Wednesday, January 15, 2020 2:48:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "We need to ensure a strong economy and more employment,"

MaltaToday Tuesday, January 14, 2020 12:01:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : "Everyone should have equal opportunity to reach his or her aspirations. People want unity and we will provide it, this has always won over fear. We should do away with whatever divides us,"

MaltaToday Tuesday, January 14, 2020 12:01:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : "Robert Abela has not won and Chris Fearne has not lost. This is a win for the Labour Party"

MaltaToday Monday, January 13, 2020 6:56:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela déclaré : "Je suis déterminé à garder ce qui est bon et à changer ce qui est mauvais. Je promets de travailler avec ce parlement pour continuer à renforcer l'État de droit et la bonne gouvernance"

msn-fr Monday, January 13, 2020 5:39:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela déclaré : "Je suis déterminé à garder ce qui est bon et à changer ce qui est mauvais. Je promets de travailler avec ce parlement pour continuer à renforcer l'État de droit et la bonne gouvernance"

lexpress Monday, January 13, 2020 2:50:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “From now on I do not want to hear of Chris’s people, or Robert’s people. We are all children of the same party,”

MaltaToday Monday, January 13, 2020 12:46:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela told : “Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,”

euractiv-eu-fr Monday, January 13, 2020 9:44:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : “Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,”

theglobeandmail Monday, January 13, 2020 4:37:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am determined to keep what is good and change what is bad,"

channelnewsasia Monday, January 13, 2020 4:06:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : “Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,”

theglobeandmail Monday, January 13, 2020 1:34:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am determined to keep what is good and change what is bad,"

pulse Monday, January 13, 2020 1:24:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am determined to keep what is good and change what is bad,"

news-yahoo Monday, January 13, 2020 1:10:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am determined to keep what is good and change what is bad,"

yahoo-au Monday, January 13, 2020 1:00:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,"

trust2 Monday, January 13, 2020 12:46:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am determined to keep what is good and change what is bad,"

afp-en Monday, January 13, 2020 12:32:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,"

firstpost Monday, January 13, 2020 12:19:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,"

trust Sunday, January 12, 2020 11:54:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We have a winning recipe, a recipe that not only has brought us electoral victories, but improved the lives of thousands of people,”

MaltaToday Sunday, January 12, 2020 9:28:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We accept that we may have been mistaken at times, but that’s what happens when you work,”

MaltaToday Sunday, January 12, 2020 9:28:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “To the business community, I tell you to pluck up courage. I will do everything to help you make more profits, invest and succeed. I only ask you one thing; do not forget workers,”

MaltaToday Sunday, January 12, 2020 9:28:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Robert Abela did not win, Chris Fearne did not lose. The Labour Party won,”

MaltaToday Sunday, January 12, 2020 9:28:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “There is the only winner today; it is the Labour Party. We now need to work harder to unite the country,”

aa-en Sunday, January 12, 2020 6:25:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "The important thing now is to pull the same rope. This is not a victory for me, nor is it a loss to the other candidate. It is a win for the Labour Party"

MaltaToday Sunday, January 12, 2020 5:11:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : “It is a question of priority, and we have started working on it straight away. I also believe that the country’s employers are on board,”

MaltaToday Wednesday, February 19, 2020 2:45:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We are eager to do it for the sake and love of our country,”

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 18, 2020 1:30:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “People inside the party feared that newcomers would come and take their place. For every circumstance when this happened, I apologise, but we have to remain an open party. We have to be open to diversity, without having people side-lined,”

MaltaToday Sunday, February 16, 2020 4:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “My government will not tolerate such behaviour,”

MaltaToday Sunday, February 16, 2020 4:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “If they are ready to undermine their own in this way, just imagine what they are ready to do to those who do not agree with them. This is why we have to remain united,”

MaltaToday Sunday, February 16, 2020 4:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "I acknowledge we had issued which tainted our reputation,"

MaltaToday Friday, February 14, 2020 2:51:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "We are doing what we are doing in good faith, as we are convinced we need a good rule of law system and a state based on good governance to complement a robust economy, "

MaltaToday Friday, February 14, 2020 2:51:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We have a situation where the force is investigating its own members which shows there is integrity in the way it operates. But there is still more that needs to be done,”

timesofmalta Friday, February 14, 2020 10:09:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : "We have a situation where the force is investigating its own members, which shows there is integrity in the way it operates. But there is still more that needs to be done,"

xinhuanet_en Thursday, February 13, 2020 6:19:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “The force did what it had to do. There will also be no political interference when it comes to choosing a new police commissioner,”

timesofmalta Thursday, February 13, 2020 5:57:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “But there is still more that needs to be done and I am now looking forward to having a new way of appointing a new commissioner,”

timesofmalta Thursday, February 13, 2020 5:57:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "But I understand your point. I promise there will be transparency and accountability with every public contract. I guarantee this will be the case and I take responsibility for this,"

timesofmalta Thursday, February 13, 2020 2:59:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “The force did what it had to do. There will also be no political interference when it comes to choosing a new police commissioner,”

timesofmalta Thursday, February 13, 2020 1:58:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “But there is still more that needs to be done and I am now looking forward to having a new way of appointing a new commissioner,”

timesofmalta Thursday, February 13, 2020 1:58:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “This confirms that we have a functioning police force,”

msn-uk Wednesday, February 12, 2020 3:48:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela added : “This confirms that we have a functioning police force. If these investigations lead to people being taken to court or to disciplinary action being taken, then that is what will happen,”

timesofmalta Wednesday, February 12, 2020 8:58:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : “This confirms that we have a functioning police force. If these investigations lead to people being taken to court or to disciplinary action being taken, then that is what will happen,”

timesofmalta Tuesday, February 11, 2020 8:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We believe in the talents of young people. As a country, we should continue to promote such talent. It makes us very proud to see young people with so much enthusiasm,”

timesofmalta Tuesday, February 11, 2020 6:29:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Adrian Delia ) : “We have no fixed appointment yet but I’m always ready to dialogue with Adrian Delia as Opposition leader,”

MaltaToday Tuesday, February 11, 2020 5:13:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "It is not the government on its own which has pushed the country forward, but it is the people,"

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:32:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela explained : "We are a government which focuses on leading the country and following the nation's interests,"

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:32:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "Domestic violence is a difficult problem to fight, as much of the violence happens behinds closed doors in people's homes," "I have seen it myself in my work as a lawyer, and the hardest thing is for victims to speak up, as this can be humiliating for victims. But we need to address the situation"

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:32:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela explained : "In four years, cruise liners will be able to hook up to an onshore supply, instead of burning heavy fuel oil,"

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:32:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela explained : "We already have a positive situation in Malta, as we already have 80% of people who are homeowners; but that means we have 20% who are struggling,"

MaltaIndipendent Tuesday, February 11, 2020 12:32:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Providing social housing doesn’t just mean building new homes. It also involves finding dilapidated places and regenerating them,”

timesofmalta Wednesday, February 5, 2020 5:52:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “This the way things are carried out in a serious country,”

MaltaToday Sunday, February 2, 2020 3:18:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Normality has been restored, and this can be shown in our trust ratings,”

MaltaToday Sunday, February 2, 2020 3:18:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Joseph Muscat, together with Chris Fearne, introduced me to them. There was an introductory meeting that only lasted for a few minutes there might be negotiations to revisit the contract, there might be various changes, whether the contract will remain in place, whether it will be revoked by government or by Steward or whether the conditions of said contract will be renegotiated,”

MaltaIndipendent Friday, January 31, 2020 6:47:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Joseph Muscat ) : “It’s not true that Joseph Muscat was representing Steward because otherwise I would not have accepted to be present for that meeting I don’t feel comfortable with someone who was prime minister and now a backbencher being present for a meeting of this kind in fact, he wasn’t his involvement was simply as a way of introducing me,”

MaltaIndipendent Friday, January 31, 2020 6:47:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "We have taken decisions and will continue doing so to ensure good governance,"

MaltaToday Thursday, January 30, 2020 10:50:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : "We have taken decisions and will continue doing so to ensure good governance,"

MaltaToday Wednesday, January 29, 2020 8:42:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “At this moment in time I believe the protest is unnecessary but I respect the right of those attending and organising it. However, I also believe that the protest is out of place,”

timesofmalta Wednesday, January 29, 2020 3:19:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Joseph Muscat, together with Chris Fearne, introduced me to them. There was an introductory meeting that only lasted for a few minutes there might be negotiations to revisit the contract, there might be various changes, whether the contract will remain in place, whether it will be revoked by government or by Steward or whether the conditions of said contract will be renegotiated,”

MaltaToday Monday, January 27, 2020 2:35:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Joseph Muscat ) : “It’s not true that Joseph Muscat was representing Steward because otherwise I would not have accepted to be present for that meeting I don’t feel comfortable with someone who was prime minister and now a backbencher being present for a meeting of this kind in fact, he wasn’t his involvement was simply as a way of introducing me,”

MaltaToday Monday, January 27, 2020 2:35:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela replied : “It’s not a question of eliminating people I want to work with individuals who I have faith in and, naturally, there are good people who have every right to keep working. The judgement on the relationship between Schembri and Muscat the decisions which needed to be taken were taken. Now, we look to the future”

MaltaToday Monday, January 27, 2020 2:35:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “There should also be every possible remedy to ensure the inconvenience is minimised as much as possible,”

timesofmalta Saturday, January 25, 2020 10:24:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Commission ) : “the opposition’s proposal is definitely not conforming to the Venice Commission (recommendations) as nothing is mentioned in the commission's report about there being a need for 2/3 of the parliament, as the opposition is saying. The Venice Commission says that there needs to be a public call and the opposition’s proposition leaves this criteria out and in reality leaves it only up to politicians to appoint the new police commissioner”

MaltaIndipendent Friday, January 24, 2020 6:04:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “What we said was that there are situations where the local community is involved that require for further discussion so that there is a more level playing field,”

MaltaIndipendent Friday, January 24, 2020 6:04:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "It [the termination] was a decision on which I was consulted and one which I and parliamentary secretary [Clayton Bartolo] felt had to be taken,"

MaltaToday Friday, January 24, 2020 3:19:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "Where shortcomings are identified, I will be the first to push for these to be addressed,"

MaltaToday Friday, January 24, 2020 3:19:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “That was the instance where I was most misquoted throughout the whole [leadership] campaign,”

MaltaToday Wednesday, January 22, 2020 7:16:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “The plan for the future is that we go back to being classified as a ‘full democracy’, by continuing to put in place the necessary changes,”

MaltaToday Wednesday, January 22, 2020 7:16:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “This process will increase the scrutiny carried out by independent organisations,”

MaltaToday Tuesday, January 21, 2020 9:40:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Commission ) : “The Venice Commission had proposed ‘public competition’ for this role, and we feel that a two-thirds majority vote was not in line with such a recommendation,”

MaltaToday Tuesday, January 21, 2020 9:40:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “I acted when I had the complete picture,”

MaltaToday Monday, January 20, 2020 3:59:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Byron Camilleri ) : “As I understand it there are already ongoing procedures - minister Byron Camilleri mentioned it yesterday,”

MaltaToday Monday, January 20, 2020 3:59:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela told : “This has been a week which filled me with enthusiasm. It was a hard week in which we worked a lot, but the results were good. I asked for a few weeks to bring back stability to the country. Today I won’t ask for more time to do this, but for less time,”

MaltaToday Sunday, January 19, 2020 3:33:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We are the government, we will lead the country and we will take the decisions,”

timesofmalta Sunday, January 19, 2020 2:18:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am so proud that I will be working closely with him,"

timesofmalta Saturday, January 18, 2020 3:09:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Last election a prime minister was elected from that district and in the next general election they will have a prime minister who will again contest that district,”

timesofmalta Saturday, January 18, 2020 11:12:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the [police] force could start taking place,"

deutschewelle-en Saturday, January 18, 2020 5:33:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr. Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the [police] force could start taking place,"

voanews Saturday, January 18, 2020 12:55:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the [police] force could start taking place,"

dw-en Friday, January 17, 2020 7:13:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : “In his resignation letter, Mr. Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the (police) force could start taking place,”

theglobeandmail Friday, January 17, 2020 6:19:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the (police) force could start taking place,"

wsau Friday, January 17, 2020 6:12:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the (police) force could start taking place,"

news-yahoo Friday, January 17, 2020 5:29:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "I am against abortion and in favour of life. Abortion is not legal in our country, and as long as I am Prime Minister, abortion will remain illegal"

MaltaIndipendent Friday, January 17, 2020 5:17:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : "In his resignation letter, Mr Cutajar wrote that the appointment of a new prime minister demanded change so that necessary reforms to the (police) force could start taking place,"

trust2 Friday, January 17, 2020 5:09:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Malta’s central position in the Mediterranean has always served to make us bridge-builders between countries,”

MaltaToday Friday, January 17, 2020 4:57:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “As a country whose aspirations are that of promoting peace, prosperity and equality, Malta is seeking election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations security council for the term 2023-2024,”

MaltaToday Friday, January 17, 2020 4:57:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said ( about Lawrence Cutajar ) : “I want to thank Cutajar for his contribution at the police corps during his time in charge,”

MaltaToday Friday, January 17, 2020 1:46:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Malta is a secular state, but the constitution also affords a strong, fundamental freedom that everyone is entitled to his religion of choice,”

MaltaToday Thursday, January 16, 2020 10:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “While I believe in a secular society, where there is a distinction between the State and religion, and the autonomies are respected, we share common values and I wanted to send a message,”

MaltaToday Thursday, January 16, 2020 10:26:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “I will tell them that Malta is a stable country where the rule of law is strong but with humility I will admit that we did mistakes that could have damaged our reputation and these will not be repeated,”

MaltaToday Wednesday, January 15, 2020 9:58:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela told ( about Keith Schembri ) : “I do not communicate with Keith Schembri,”

MaltaToday Wednesday, January 15, 2020 2:48:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "We need to ensure a strong economy and more employment,"

MaltaToday Tuesday, January 14, 2020 12:01:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : "Everyone should have equal opportunity to reach his or her aspirations. People want unity and we will provide it, this has always won over fear. We should do away with whatever divides us,"

MaltaToday Tuesday, January 14, 2020 12:01:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela said : "Robert Abela has not won and Chris Fearne has not lost. This is a win for the Labour Party"

MaltaToday Monday, January 13, 2020 6:56:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela déclaré : "Je suis déterminé à garder ce qui est bon et à changer ce qui est mauvais. Je promets de travailler avec ce parlement pour continuer à renforcer l'État de droit et la bonne gouvernance"

msn-fr Monday, January 13, 2020 5:39:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela déclaré : "Je suis déterminé à garder ce qui est bon et à changer ce qui est mauvais. Je promets de travailler avec ce parlement pour continuer à renforcer l'État de droit et la bonne gouvernance"

lexpress Monday, January 13, 2020 2:50:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “From now on I do not want to hear of Chris’s people, or Robert’s people. We are all children of the same party,”

MaltaToday Monday, January 13, 2020 12:46:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela told : “Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,”

euractiv-eu-fr Monday, January 13, 2020 9:44:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : “Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,”

theglobeandmail Monday, January 13, 2020 4:37:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am determined to keep what is good and change what is bad,"

channelnewsasia Monday, January 13, 2020 4:06:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : “Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,”

theglobeandmail Monday, January 13, 2020 1:34:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am determined to keep what is good and change what is bad,"

pulse Monday, January 13, 2020 1:24:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am determined to keep what is good and change what is bad,"

news-yahoo Monday, January 13, 2020 1:10:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am determined to keep what is good and change what is bad,"

yahoo-au Monday, January 13, 2020 1:00:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,"

trust2 Monday, January 13, 2020 12:46:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "I am determined to keep what is good and change what is bad,"

afp-en Monday, January 13, 2020 12:32:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,"

firstpost Monday, January 13, 2020 12:19:00 AM EAT

Robert Abela told : "Malta is not going through any tragedy, but it is going through a sensitive time from which it will emerge stronger,"

trust Sunday, January 12, 2020 11:54:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We have a winning recipe, a recipe that not only has brought us electoral victories, but improved the lives of thousands of people,”

MaltaToday Sunday, January 12, 2020 9:28:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “We accept that we may have been mistaken at times, but that’s what happens when you work,”

MaltaToday Sunday, January 12, 2020 9:28:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “To the business community, I tell you to pluck up courage. I will do everything to help you make more profits, invest and succeed. I only ask you one thing; do not forget workers,”

MaltaToday Sunday, January 12, 2020 9:28:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “Robert Abela did not win, Chris Fearne did not lose. The Labour Party won,”

MaltaToday Sunday, January 12, 2020 9:28:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : “There is the only winner today; it is the Labour Party. We now need to work harder to unite the country,”

aa-en Sunday, January 12, 2020 6:25:00 PM EAT

Robert Abela said : "The important thing now is to pull the same rope. This is not a victory for me, nor is it a loss to the other candidate. It is a win for the Labour Party"

MaltaToday Sunday, January 12, 2020 5:11:00 AM EAT