Stronger cooperation, coordination between member states and their institutions and the balance between security and respect for fundamental freedoms were the main messages of the general affairs council’s discussion on security related issues, held in Brussels today.

The discussion was held in preparation for the informal meeting of heads of state and government later this week.

EU funds Parliamentary Secretary Ian Borg led the Maltese delegation.

Dr Borg expressed Malta’s support for measures aimed at preventing and combating terrorism. He stressed the need for a strong political message for people to feel safe.

Members also discussed the importance of having an EU passenger name record as soon as possible, ensuring full use was made of the rules of the current Schengen Border Framework as well as addressing the external dimension.

In this regard, Dr Borg mentioned the importance of prevention and emphasised the need for stronger engagement in addressing the conflicts in the southern neighbourhood, citing Libya and Syria as requiring particular attention.

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