Alliance Aims for Unified Third Voice
The political party Momentum announced its intention to build a pre-electoral alliance with ADPD – The Green Party, with the stated goal of creating a 'strong third voice' in Malta's political landscape. This declaration was made during Momentum's annual general meeting held on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Mark Camilleri Gambin, General Secretary of Momentum, confirmed that discussions with ADPD have already begun. He emphasized the need for dialogue among third parties to 'work together and creating an alliance to create needed change in Malta'. Momentum also indicated it is open to approaching 'credible' independent candidates, such as Żebbuġ mayor Steve Zammit Lupi, for similar arrangements.
Parties' Background and Shared Principles
Momentum, a centrist to centre-left political party, was officially launched in January 2025, co-founded by Arnold Cassola, who serves as its Chairperson, and Mark Camilleri Gambin. The party's core focus areas include good governance, economic justice, and environmentalism. Momentum is affiliated with the European Democratic Party.
ADPD, also known as AD+PD – The Green Party, is a green and progressive political party established on October 17, 2020, through the merger of the Democratic Alternative (AD) and the Democratic Party (PD). Its ideology centers on green politics, progressivism, social justice, civil rights, environmental justice, sustainable development, and democracy. Notably, Arnold Cassola was a co-founder and former chairperson of ADPD's forerunner, Alternattiva Demokratika.
Both parties currently register similar levels of support in national polling, with the latest MaltaToday survey from January indicating approximately 2.3% for each. They share common ground on various issues, including good governance, environmental protection, and economic justice.
Electoral Strategy and Political Context
Momentum plans to dedicate 90% of its resources to specific 'spearhead districts' where it believes it has the best chance of securing a parliamentary seat. The overarching goal of this alliance is to challenge the long-standing dominance of the two major parties in Maltese politics, the Labour Party (PL) and the Nationalist Party (PN), by presenting a viable 'third voice'. Malta's next general election is anticipated to occur between now and mid-2027.
5 Comments
Coccinella
The idea of a strong third voice is appealing, as the current system is stagnant. Yet, history shows that Maltese voters are very loyal to the established parties, making real change difficult.
ZmeeLove
It's good to see parties trying to offer an alternative to the main two. However, their low polling numbers suggest an uphill battle to gain significant traction.
Habibi
Finally, a real alternative to the duopoly! This alliance is exactly what Malta needs.
Muchacho
Yes! Time to challenge the old guard. Fresh ideas are long overdue.
Bella Ciao
While their focus on good governance and environment is commendable, Malta's voting system makes it incredibly hard for new parties to break through. It's an admirable but tough goal.