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Part II of the Convention. Improvement of standards of living. The Committee notes the Government’s report which contains general information on the activities of the Departments of Agriculture and Social Security. The Government indicates that the information requested by the Committee in its previous comments is still being compiled and will be submitted in due course. The Committee requests the Government to provide information regarding the economic and social development in Malta, including updated data illustrating that the improvement of standards of living has been regarded as the principal objective in the planning of economic development.

Part III. Migrant workers. The Government indicates that migrant workers who are on an employment contract and who pay national insurance contributions are covered for their normal family needs with respect to health, education and social benefits. The Committee requests the Government to provide information on migration policy measures taken in relation with Articles 6 to 9 of the Convention.