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Malta Faces Democratic Recession Amid Corruption Crisis

3/17/2025

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Malta's democracy hit a standstill in 2024, as the Liberties Rule of Law Report revealed troubling stagnation in justice, media freedom, and anti-corruption efforts. High-level corruption and political meddling in judicial appointments were sharply criticized. Alongside Greece and Ireland, Malta is grappling with a "democratic recession," underscoring an urgent call for reform to revive the rule of law.

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Story summary

Malta's democracy hit a standstill in 2024, as the Liberties Rule of Law Report revealed troubling stagnation in justice, media freedom, and anti-corruption efforts. High-level corruption and political meddling in judicial appointments were sharply criticized. Alongside Greece and Ireland, Malta is grappling with a "democratic recession," underscoring an urgent call for reform to revive the rule of law.