Malta’s institutional and legal framework has once again come under scrutiny following the publication of the 2026 rule of law report by the Civil Liberties Union for Europe. The findings suggest that the country’s governance standards are not merely stagnating but are showing signs of measurable decline. This assessment reflects concerns raised by both local and international observers who argue that democratic safeguards in Malta are under sustained pressure....
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