Cypriot President Demetris Christofias will arrive in Malta today for a two-day working visit.

The visit is ahead of Cyprus assuming the presidency of the Council of the European Union on July 1.

Mr Christofias is expected to meet President George Abela.

He will also have official talks with Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi.

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