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PM Abela Calls Snap Election, Promises Stable Utility Prices

4/28/2026

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Prime Minister Robert Abela announced a snap election for May 30 2026, launching a 33-day campaign after President Myriam Spiteri Debono dissolved parliament.
Labour leader Robert Abela campaigned under the slogan “Int Malta”, promising stable utility prices and a wellbeing-indexed manifesto.
Momentum chair Arnold Cassola said the public cleansing department removed five of his party’s campaign banners and warned a police report may be filed.

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Prime Minister Robert Abela announced a snap election for May 30 2026, launching a 33-day campaign after President Myriam Spiteri Debono dissolved parliament.
Labour leader Robert Abela campaigned under the slogan “Int Malta”, promising stable utility prices and a wellbeing-indexed manifesto.
Momentum chair Arnold Cassola said the public cleansing department removed five of his party’s campaign banners and warned a police report may be filed.