A Labour Migration Policy Cannot Exist Without a Clear Economic Vision

The Partit Nazzjonalista (PN) has published a document analyzing and recommending improvements to the Malta Labour Migration Policy, highlighting the need for a clear economic vision to guide it.

During a press conference outside the Identity Agency in Msida, Shadow Ministers Ivan Castillo (Social Dialogue) and Darren Carabott (Internal Affairs & Security) criticized the Labour Government’s consultation document, stating that it lacks a long-term economic strategy.

The PN submitted its recommendations as part of the Government’s 32-day consultation process, arguing that an effective Labour Migration Policy must be built on a new economic model for Malta. The party emphasized that any immigration policy should address labour market challenges through a structured, long-term plan, rather than serving as a political exercise to manage past failures.

The document outlines key concerns:

• Malta’s economic model has prioritized quantity over quality, leading to challenges in infrastructure, services, education, accommodation, and healthcare.
• The Labour Government’s approach to migration has contributed to a population surge without adequate planning or control.
• The PN has long called for a national conference to discuss the impacts of rapid population growth and foreign labour influx on Malta’s economy, society, and national identity.

The PN’s proposed policy aims to:
✅ Align immigration policies with a long-term economic vision that benefits workers, businesses, and communities.
✅ Identify sector-specific workforce needs, ensuring Malta only attracts workers required for economic growth.
✅ Base immigration policies on ongoing labour market studies to maintain competitiveness and sustainability.

The PN vows to continue engaging with stakeholders, listening to workers and businesses, and shaping a responsible, sustainable migration policy driven by a solid economic vision.