“When it comes to justice for Daphne, so far there is none”: @PieterOmtzigt’s strong words as he concludes his mandate as PACE Special Rapporteur on ensuring justice for #DaphneCaruanaGalizia’s assassination and strengthening the rule of law in Malta. Watch the whole thing.
https://twitter.com/pace_news/status/1336364587244015623
@PieterOmtzigt: “From the Assembly’s point of view, implementation is unsatisfactory. The rule of law situation in Malta remains deficient, especially when it comes to fighting corruption”.
“The alleged mastermind...may be released from pre-trial detention before he can even be indicted”. An extremely important point being overlooked by international media who reported widely on Yorgen Fenech’s arrest last year. There’s a very real risk he could avoid prosecution.
“The independent public inquiry...is doing an excellent job. Unfortunately it has been attacked by current politicians, including Prime Minister Abela, and former politicians, including former Prime Minister Muscat”.
.@PieterOmtzigt’s closing words: “This healing will not happen until Maltese institutions reveal and acknowledge the truth. It cannot be imposed from outside. But we can help.” Indeed we can - and we must, to ensure justice is fully served for #DaphneCaruanaGalizia.
Adding my personal thanks to @PieterOmtzigt, who has done his damnedest in the fight for justice for #DaphneCaruanaGalizia. Pieter’s efforts were especially crucial in establishing the public inquiry - the most significant step yet towards justice. For that, we are grateful.
.@PieterOmtzigt’s mandate ending doesn’t mean this work is finished. On the contrary, any time the international community looks away, any progress in Malta recedes. The @coe still has an important role in holding the Maltese government to account. We won’t let them off the hook.
Read @PieterOmtzigt’s final report here:
https://twitter.com/pace_news/status/1336330323005599748
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