Libyan passport holders, he said, were not being treated with respect.
After footage of the speech was published, the Maltese government began a diplomatic effort to address tensions.
In his statement, Bartolo said Malta will also be addressing problems regarding visas and residence permits to ensure that undue delays and hardships for Libyans will be avoided.
Bartolo said Dabaiba had also mentioned the need for flights between Libya and Malta to resume. This issue is being addressed and Malta will be guided by the EU authorities, Bartolo added.
The Maltese people are regarded as friends by the Libyan community, Bartolo said.