Malta: accession to the European Union and progress in negotiations

The Parliament adopted its resolution, drafted by Ms. Bernie MALONE (PES, Irl.) concerning Malta's progress towards EU accession. The resolution notes that Malta is an integral part of the community of European nations and cultures and that its entry to the Union will strengthen this both in political and security terms. Progress is required in the field of justice and home affairs, but, otherwise, Malta meets all the political requirements of membership and has a robust market economy. Malta has also expressed a wish to work towards the main objectives of the CFSP. Lastly, the Parliament called for pre-accession aid to be made available to Malta on the same basis as other candidate countries and that it should participate in the European Conference.�