Jean Claude Juncker writes foreword to second edition of Gonzi’s recollections
Second edition features 4 new chapters “Reflections by Dr Lawrence Gonzi”
Kite Group’s second edition of ‘Malta’s Break with Gaddafi, Recollections of a Premier’ carries a foreword by His Excellency Jean Claude Juncker, President of the European Commission.
In his foreword, President Juncker describes his close relationship with Dr Lawrence Gonzi having both served as prime ministers of Europe’s smallest countries. Commenting on the Libyan crisis and Europe’s response, President Juncker says that, “Malta played a central role in Europe’s response offering logistical support for humanitarian aid and was a key node in the evacuation of thousands of citizens. Lawrence Gonzi also offered valuable political support and negotiated the release of two Dutch pilots held captives by Gaddafi’s forces. Throughout the crisis, Lawrence Gonzi followed his conscience displaying tenacity and compassion with the Libyan people.”
The second edition of the book also features four additional chapters. Written by Dr Lawrence Gonzi, these chapters are a reflection of the latest developments in Libya as well as on its future. This limited edition also carries forewords by Mustafa Abdul-Jalil, the former Chairman of the Libyan National Transitional Council, and Mahmoud Gebbril, the former Libyan Prime Minister.
Dr Lawrence Gonzi and Dr Joseph Cassar, author of the first edition will be signing copies of the book on Saturday 15th November at 6.30pm at the Mediterranean Conference Centre Valletta.
