The Ministry for Resources and Rural Affairs insisted yesterday that the government should continue to "listen" instead of imposing legislation about climate change.

The ministry was reacting to statements made by the Labour spokesman for the environment, Leo Brincat, who on Tuesday promised to move a Private Members' Bill to introduce climate change laws that would help Malta reach its environmental targets.

The ministry explained that it was the government's Climate Change Committee that asked to meet the Labour Party, proving that the government is seeking consultation with all stakeholders before outlining its strategy.

The government did not rule out the possibility of eventually introducing and enforcing laws to implement its climate change strategy.

The government reiterated its request for the opposition to contribute its ideas to the drafting of an action plan rather than moving a Private Members' Bill.

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