Although the head of state does not have political power but only a limited constitutional and ceremonial role, we might eventually have to seriously consider a directly elected head of state, similar to the system in Ireland
The next President of the Republic will need the seal of approval of a two-thirds majority in parliament. JAMES DEBONO asks whether Robert Abela can avoid a deadlock without shooting himself in the foot
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