Prime Minister Robert Abela launched the Labour Party’s 2026 electoral campaign, outlining a roadmap for the next five years centred on a “wellbeing index” approach.In a political address yesterday night, Abela said Labour’s electoral programme will be fully costed and focused on improving people’s quality of life.He emphasised that future policy decisions will be guided by measures of wellbeing rather than economic growth alone.The Prime Minister said the party’s plans will be shaped by proposals aimed at making people’s lives easier, including more time with family, simpler access to housing, support for starting a business, and a more dignified retirement for the elderly.Abela also highlighted Labour’s achievements in recent years, including lower taxes, increased stipends and allowances, improved home-buying grants, strengthened workers’ rights, investment in green spaces, and what he described as the strongest-performing economy in Europe. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin Malta (@lovinmalta)He said Labour would continue to focus on stability, economic growth and long-term planning, while addressing challenges affecting everyday life. The campaign, he added, will be positive and focused on respect, presenting Labour as the only force with experience, credibility and new ideas to improve living standards.Abela also reiterated that Malta is facing an uncertain international environment, stressing that a Labour government would ensure continued economic stability while pursuing “ambitious but sustainable” plans for the future.He concluded that the party’s manifesto would reflect both aspiration and practicality, with a focus on wellbeing, sustainability and long-term national development.What do you make of this?Credit: @robertabela.mt via Instagram•