Nationalist Party

The Maltese Nationalist Party, known in Maltese as Partit Nazzjonalista (PN), is a center-right political party in Malta with a long and storied history in the country's political landscape. Founded in the late 19th century, it has been a pivotal force…   in shaping Malta's modern identity, particularly in its journey towards independence from British rule in 1964. The party traditionally espouses Christian-democratic values, aligning itself with principles such as social market economy, personal freedom, and social responsibility.<br /><br />The Nationalist Party places a strong emphasis on the preservation of Maltese culture and identity, including the promotion of the Maltese language alongside English, Malta's co-official language. It advocates for policies that support the family unit as the cornerstone of society, aiming to create a social fabric that nurtures and protects its citizens.<br /><br />Economically, the PN leans towards free-market policies, advocating for entrepreneurship, economic competitiveness, and investment in sectors that promise growth and innovation, while also emphasizing the importance of social safety nets and responsible governance to ensure that economic benefits are broadly shared among the population. The party supports Malta's membership in the European Union and has been a proponent of European integration, viewing Malta's future as inextricably linked with the continent's stability, prosperity, and security.<br /><br />On the international stage, the Nationalist Party promotes a foreign policy that seeks to strengthen Malta's relationships with its European neighbors and other democratic countries, emphasizing the importance of international law, human rights, and environmental sustainability.<br /><br />Throughout its history, the Nationalist Party has undergone various transformations, adapting to the changing needs and aspirations of the Maltese people while maintaining its core values of democracy, freedom, and social justice. Its ability to evolve while holding onto its foundational principles has allowed it to remain a significant and influential force in Maltese politics over the years.Read more