The European Commission has agreed to allocate more funds for studies into the proposed gas pipeline between Sicily and Malta.

Energy Minister Joe Mizzi welcomed the decision, which will see the EU allocate €3.5 million for the studies.

The decision confirmed the importance which the European Commission gave to the project, Mr Mizzi said. 

READ: Malta-Italy gas pipeline to be operational by 2024 

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