Paul Salomone, leader of the Aħwa Maltin party, has announced that the political party is being dissolved, bringing an end to its political chapter after failing to attract candidates, volunteers, or a successor.

In a candid and frank statement shared on Facebook, Salomone detailed the struggles the party faced leading up to the decision. He explained that long before the election was announced, members of Aħwa Maltin tried almost daily to appeal for help, volunteers, activists, and candidates, but "no one came forward to approach this party."

Reflecting on public interaction, Salomone noted the gap between private encouragement and public commitment. While many people would tell them "well done, keep going, and keep speaking out," support rarely went beyond words. According to Salomone, standard excuses included individuals claiming they could not get involved because they worked for the government, or because they feared being publicly identified with the party. "The election result clearly showed that the people do not want to budge because they are comfortable with the bonus," Salomone remarked, adding that "likes" alone will not achieve anything.

Salomone also revealed that he tried everything in July to secure a new leader for the party, but the person he envisioned taking over ultimately refused the role. Consequently, he stated that there was nothing left to do except close down the party entirely.

Expressing gratitude to the 1,800 voters who placed their trust in them, Salomone emphasised how much that backing was appreciated. However, he drew a firm line regarding his future involvement in public advocacy. "From this day forward, I will not be anyone's voice except for my own family's," he stated, adding that those facing problems and suffering injustices will henceforth need to speak and have patience for themselves, as the party "will no longer serve as a crutch for anyone."

Salomone said that if everyone who approached them with family problems and relied on the party to speak for them had actually voted, the party could have secured three seats. "I am speaking with proof," he noted.

Concluding his message, Salomone stated that the Maltese electorate has voted and now has the government and opposition it deserves. The party committee is set to meet on October 6 to initiate the formal procedures to close the chapter on Aħwa Maltin.