Home Affairs Minister Carmelo Abela has toured the nuclear-powered US aircraft carrier Harry S Truman, accompanied by US Ambassador  G. Kathleen Hill.

The visit was held recently off the coast of Crete, the ministry said. 

It said Mr Abela and the ambassador welcomed the opportunity to learn about the capabilities of US naval forces and the Global Network of Navies to provide security and stability in Europe and Africa.

The minister and the US officials discussed issues of mutual interest,  particularly security matters.

Mr Abela said stability in the Mediterranean region was crucial for stability in Europe and all efforts contributing to this goal were commendable.

He thanked the US authorities for their interest in security in the Mediterranean region, as well as for their active cooperation with the Maltese authorities in a number of areas. 

He said the Maltese authorities looked forward to further cooperation with the US both in relation to security as well as other fields. 

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