In “Elogio dei giudici scritto da un avvocato”, the distinguished Italian jurist and advocate Piero Calamandrei draws a compelling distinction between the intellectual freedom of the legal scholar and the professional responsibility of the practising lawyer. He writes: “Only the academic or jurist, who writes treatises or delivers lectures, can afford the luxury of holding […]
A number of countries have opted to introduce a ban on the use of social media for minors. France enacted a law which has been challenged before the Conseil Constitutionnel. The judgement delivered on the of 14 August 2026 (Conseil constitutionnel’s Decision No. 2026-911 DC) is an eye-opener and an interesting point of reference for […]
Public administrations are often judged by how quickly they respond to immediate challenges. Yet good governance also depends on the ability to look ahead. In recent years, the concept of strategic foresight has become increasingly important in public policy. For Malta, this approach is reflected in Vision 2050, which places long-term thinking at the centre […]
Europe cannot afford to remain economically inward-looking The European Union today faces a structural growth challenge. Its internal market is highly developed but increasingly mature, constrained by demographic ageing, slower productivity growth, rising regulation and energy costs. The EU’s working-age population is projected to decline by around 6% by 2030, while productivity growth has averaged […]
Dear Commissioner, dear colleagues, distinguished guests Cohesion policy is European solidarity in action. The mid-term review has demonstrated that this solidarity is not static, it can adapt to new realities while continuing to deliver tangible results. From Malta’s perspective, three lessons stand out. “Flexibility works when it respects national realities.” The mid-term review allowed Member […]
Distinguished guests, representatives of accredited organisations, educators, youth workers, partners, and colleagues. It is a pleasure to be with you today as we celebrate an important milestone in Malta’s continued commitment to quality education, skills development, youth empowerment, and European cooperation. Today’s event is not only a recognition of achievement but a celebration of Malta’s […]
Distinguished guests, colleagues, ladies and gentlemen, It is a pleasure to welcome you to this Innovation Fund Info Day here in Valletta, organised by the Funds and Programmes Division in its role as Malta’s National Contact Point for the Innovation Fund. I would like to begin by thanking the Funds and Programmes Division for the […]
Distinguished guests, dear colleagues, ladies and gentlemen, It is a pleasure to be with you today, and I thank the Malta Business Bureau and the Malta Chamber for convening this important discussion. When we speak about the Single Market Strategy, we often focus on legislative reforms, regulatory adjustments and enforcement. Those are essential. But today […]
€165 miljun ta’ finanzjament minn Fondi Ewropej Il-provista tal-elettriku hija important ferm għal kull attività fil-pajjiż. Mingħajr provista adekwata tal-elettriku l-pajjiż ma jistax jimxi ‘l quddiem. Jekk tistagħġna din il-provista il-pajjiż jista’ jmut. Bħal meta tinstadd arterja prinċipali fil-ġisem tal-bniedem. Minn l-2013 sar investiment biex pajjiżna jkompli jkabbar il-provista tal-elettriku biex din timxi pari passu […]
Il-proġett One Device Per Child li ħabbart flimkien mal-Ministru Clifton Grima huwa għażla favur il-futur ta’ pajjiżna. B’investiment ta’ €54 miljun minn Fondi Ewropej u Fondi Nazzjonali qegħdin niżguraw studenti irrispettivament minn liema faxxa soċjali ġejjin, se jkollhom l-istess opportunità li javvanzaw fl-edukazzjoni tagħhom permezz tal-għodod diġitali li qed nagħtuhom biex jimxu pass pass ma’ kif […]