PRESS RELEASE BY THE OFFICE OF THE SPEAKER The Speaker expresses deep sorrow on the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, on behalf of the Parliament of Malta, expresses profound sorrow at the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis.

Pope Francis will be remembered as a global spiritual leader whose life was marked by humility, compassion, and a tireless commitment to justice, peace, and the dignity of all people. His voice resonated far beyond the Catholic world, offering hope and moral clarity in turbulent times.

The Speaker conveys the heartfelt condolences of the Maltese Parliament to the Holy See and to Catholics in Malta and around the world, while joining the nation in mourning the loss of a remarkable shepherd and statesman of faith.