Speaker of the House of Representatives Carmelo Abela has held formal meetings with the newly appointed ambassadors of Ukraine and Bulgaria and the High Commissioner of Tanzania, with discussions focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation with Malta.
The meetings involved Ukrainian Ambassador Ihor Brusylo, Bulgarian Ambassador Ivan Kondov and Tanzanian High Commissioner Mbarouk Nassor Mbarouk.
Discussions covered diplomatic relations, trade, investment, education and other areas of mutual interest.
Malta Reaffirms Support for Ukraine
During his meeting with Ukrainian Ambassador Ihor Brusylo, Speaker Abela highlighted the relations between Malta and Ukraine and expressed Malta's commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation.
He reaffirmed Malta's support for Ukraine's sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, while stressing the importance of an unconditional ceasefire.
The Speaker also reiterated Malta's support for Ukraine's economic and humanitarian recovery, the security of grain exports through the Black Sea and Ukraine's accession process to the European Union.
Malta and Bulgaria Discuss Trade, Education and Cultural Links
In talks with Bulgarian Ambassador Ivan Kondov, Speaker Abela emphasised opportunities for closer cooperation in culture, education, trade, investment and parliamentary diplomacy.
He highlighted the importance of increasing cultural and educational exchanges, strengthening institutional cooperation and exploring new economic opportunities between the two countries.
The meeting also acknowledged that 2026 marks the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Malta and Bulgaria.
Educational Cooperation Highlighted in Tanzania Meeting
Speaker Abela also met Tanzanian High Commissioner Mbarouk Nassor Mbarouk to discuss strengthening relations between Malta and Tanzania, particularly in trade, investment and education.
The meeting highlighted educational cooperation through the International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) and the Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies (MEDAC).
This cooperation includes a scholarship awarded to a Tanzanian diplomat for the 2026–2027 academic year.
At the conclusion of the meetings, Speaker Abela wished the two ambassadors and the High Commissioner success in their new diplomatic roles.
Source: Government of Malta, Office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Press Release PR261829en, 31 October 2026.
