Malta, immigration and xenophobia

24/10/09 12:57 CET

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Crossing the sea to a stormy welcome, African immigrants strike Malta. The Maltese feel stretched to their limits, sensitive to allegations of racism. The government in Valletta is responding, urging more solidarity from EU partners.

More about: European Union, Immigration

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