Social Policy Minister John Dalli yesterday had a meeting in Brussels with EU Commission President Jose' Manuel Barroso as speculation mounts that he will be nominated by Malta to serve as EU Commissioner.

Mr Dalli refused to comment on the purpose of his meeting.

The Sunday Times reported last Sunday that Mr Dalli is in pole position for the post, succeeding Joe Borg.

Dr Borg is commissioner for maritime affairs, but commissioners are given new responsibilities when a new commission takes over.

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