"@MaltaGov notes that the draft opinion comments focus on laws & systems that were passed or implemented years back, & not about laws introduced by this government."
Yes, the constitution dates back to 1964...
"Where the draft opinion refers to laws enacted by this government, these are described as a step in the right direction."
They're also described as useless / not going nearly far enough (ie. just there for appearance sake)
"The mentioned draft opinion is being compiled after requests by the Maltese Government"
Ignoring that it was @PieterOmtzigt & PACE that asked for it.
The minister also affirmed the government’s will to continue to adopt systems and measures to further strengthen the rule of law in Malta."
Ignoring that rule of law issues do not occur in a vacuum but result from abuse of power.
"During the session, the President of the Commission Gianni Buquicchio and rapporteur Martin Kuijer both had words of praise for the Government of Malta."
One would need to fact-check this but again, rule of law issues occur from abuse
"@MaltaGov will give its reaction when the commission issues the final document."
"The government will issue an official position on this opinion after the commission publishes the final report."
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