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title: "Maltese Student Leon Briffa Appointed Co-Chair in European Organisation"
date: 2026-08-07T07:56:11.425+00:00
updated: 2026-08-07T07:56:11.425+00:00
topics: ["Education", "National", "EU"]
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# Maltese Student Leon Briffa Appointed Co-Chair in European Organisation

## In brief

- Leon Briffa, Vice President of SDM, has been appointed Co-Chair within European Democrat Students (EDS).
- He will co-chair the Permanent Working Group on European Identity and Demography.
- This appointment strengthens Malta's presence in one of Europe's leading student organisations.

Maltese student representative Leon Briffa has been appointed Co-Chair of the Permanent Working Group on European Identity and Demography within European Democrat Students (EDS). Mr Briffa currently serves as Vice President of SDM.

This new role significantly strengthens Malta's presence in EDS, which is recognised as one of Europe's leading student organisations. His appointment underscores the active participation of Maltese youth in European-level discussions and initiatives.

The Permanent Working Group focuses on key issues related to European identity and demographic trends, areas where Mr Briffa will now play a leading role in shaping policy and discussion.

## The Spin Room

**Low media divide.** Both outlets reported on Leon Briffa's appointment, focusing on his new role and its significance for Maltese representation.

## Sources (2)

- [Lovin Malta](https://lovinmalta.com/international/sdm-vice-president-lands-senior-role-in-european-student-organisation/)
- [NET News](https://netnews.com.mt/2026/08/06/leon-briffa-mahtur-co-chair-fi-hdan-il-european-democrat-students-eds/)

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