Opposition leader Joseph Muscat this morning welcomed discussion on what could be designated as Malta's National Day and said that for a start, the President, the Government and the Opposition should jointly mark Freedom Day and Independence Day.

Speaking at the foot of the Independence Monument, Dr Muscat said such milestones in Malta's history should unite the people.

Dr Muscat laid flowers on the monument an hour after flowers were laid by the President and the Prime Ministe - as laid down by current protocol the PL explained.

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