European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has called on Europe to rediscover the courage and ambition that defined its past, insisting that citizens want concrete action rather than empty words.Speaking at the Polish Parliament (Sejm) in Warsaw, Metsola urged European leaders to return to the bold ideas that inspired the continent in 2004, when Malta and Poland joined the European Union on the same day.“People in every country do not want moralising. They want action,” Metsola declared, calling for less bureaucracy, greater competitiveness and more opportunities for investment and economic growth. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin Malta (@lovinmalta)Reflecting on Europe’s history, the Maltese politician recalled the influence of Pope Saint John Paul II, the fall of the Berlin Wall and the Solidarność movement, which helped pave the way for freedom and democracy across Europe.“We were guided by the words of the Cardinal from Kraków who became our Pope and called on us to ‘Be not afraid’,” she said, highlighting his message of freedom, peace and dignity.Metsola also spoke proudly about her Maltese roots, stressing that national identity and European unity should complement one another.“I am a proud daughter of the Mediterranean, from an island in the middle of our southern sea. I am a patriot and I am a European,” she declared.ooking back at Malta and Poland’s accession to the EU in 2004, Metsola urged Europe to reignite the optimism of that historic moment and translate it into meaningful improvements in people’s everyday lives.During her visit to Warsaw, Metsola also held talks with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, focusing on European competitiveness, security, reducing barriers to economic growth and continued support for Ukraine.She separately met Polish President Karol Nawrocki to discuss geopolitical developments and Europe’s security challenges.The visit also included a meeting with Maltese nationals living in Poland, alongside Malta’s Ambassador Gavin Gulia and Deputy Head of Mission Rebecca Galea.The gathering gave Metsola an opportunity to connect with the Maltese community in Warsaw and hear about their experiences living abroad.Do you agree with Metsola that Europe needs less talk and more action?•