Category: Europe

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Spain has reversed plans to prevent international travellers using Covid-19 recovery certificates to enter the country. The European Union had proposed a move to a system based on individuals rather than country of origin, with vaccination or recovery status used to permit entry. The Spanish government was reportedly going to reject the plans and insist […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 8, 2022
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Fully vaccinated visitors to Greece no longer have to take pre-departure tests before travelling to the country. But on-arrival tests may still be required in which case those who test positive and their travelling companions will have to self-isolate for at least five days and “until your fever drops”. The Greek government also “strongly recommends” […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 8, 2022
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Automobile sales will likely rebound by 7.9% in the European Union in 2022 but remain far below the 2019 level, industry figures showed Tuesday. The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) said it “now forecasts that passenger car registrations in the EU will return to growth this year, rising by 7.9% to reach 10.5 million units.” […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 5, 2022
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Malta’s Minister for Foreign and European Affairs, Evarist Bartolo held bilateral meetings with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation of Spain, José Manuel Albares and UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvil, during an official visit, to discuss common challenges facing the Mediterranean EU members states in Madrid, Spain. During the meetings, the two Ministers […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 4, 2022
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From Monday 7th February, restrictions on private gatherings will be removed, Maltese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health Dr Chris Fearne announced at a press conference on Friday. Fearne added that the majority of COVID-19 measures would be removed by the beginning of summer. 4 FEBRUARY Fully vaccinated children aged 5-11 no longer need […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 4, 2022
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MEP Josianne Cutajar was appointed Vice Chair of the SEArica Intergroup at the European Parliament, focusing on islands, seas, rivers and coastal areas. In this role, Cutajar will be focusing her work, in particular, on Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) as well as digitalisation. The Maltese MEP is working on policies that assist businesses, especially […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 4, 2022
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A simplified Passenger Locator Form (PLF) and plans to tackle Covid variants without a return to hotel quarantine will not be ready in time for the removal of tests on fully vaccinated travellers next week. The PLF and revised measures for ‘red list’ countries are still being worked on, with testing to be retained for […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 4, 2022
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Most people are supportive of continuing to wear face masks on flights due to differing restrictions around the world, according to new research. The YouGov poll of more than 3,600 UK adults found that 67% are either very (37%) or fairly (30%) comfortable with mask wearing on aircraft. The study conducted on Thursday revealed that […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 3, 2022
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French EU Presidency January marks the start of the French EU Presidency, with 3 main priorities that include: (i) Europe’s sovereignty; (ii) Climate, Social and Digital transition; and (iii) Europe for 2030: investment, values, youth, culture and health. The French Presidency will also wrap up the process of the Conference on the Future of Europe. […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 1, 2022
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All travellers to EU member states will be required to have had a second vaccination within nine months (270 days) from Today. Visitors may also provide proof of recovery within the past six months (180 days) or a booster vaccination in order to travel within the European Union from February 1. Changes, confirmed last week […]


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