EU Commission President Barroso will be coming to Malta this week to join heads of government from Southern Europe and North Africa for the 5+5 meeting this weekend.
Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi made the announcement on his facebook page.
The meeting will also be attended by, among others, President Hollande of France and the Prime Ministers of Italy and Libya.
This, Dr Gonzi said, was an important occasion for Malta to give its contribution for peace and stability in the Mediterranean region.
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President Francois Hollande and Prime Minister Mario Monti are both coming to Malta for the 5+5 meeting.