The Malta Independent 1 July 2025, Tuesday
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DiHubMT: A new dawn for Malta's startup ecosystem

Sunday, 8 June 2025, 07:31 Last update: about 25 days ago

Malta has long prided itself on its agility and innovation. Yet, for many aspiring entrepreneurs, the journey from a brilliant idea to a thriving business has often been a solitary and challenging...

Building a school, shaping a vision

Sunday, 8 June 2025, 07:27 Last update: about 25 days ago

As we marked Public Service Month, I reflected with pride and gratitude on the journey that has shaped my career and school community. Over the past 32 years of service within the Ministry - 17 of...

Stop the Manoel Island madness

Sunday, 8 June 2025, 07:26 Last update: about 25 days ago

In today's context the Manoel Island development concession in favour of MIDI is unthinkable and against the public interest. By a fortuitous stroke of luck it has been discovered that, unless proven...

Action is needed to tackle Malta’s low fertility rate

Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 09:02 Last update: about 26 days ago

Currently, Malta is dealing with a drop in birth rates. With a fertility rate of just 1.06 (2023), the lowest in the EU, the country must urgently re-evaluate how it supports couples and individuals...

Malta's duty towards a two state solution in the Middle East

Monday, 2 June 2025, 08:01 Last update: about 27 days ago

In Malta there has always been consensus on the recognition of the State of Palestine and the inalienable right of Israel to exist in peace. Hence, the solution of two states, two peoples living...

The Gozo Album: A digital legacy for our island’s heritage

Sunday, 1 June 2025, 09:22 Last update: about 27 days ago

The Gozo Album, a digital archive that is set to change how we connect with our island's rich past, was unveiled by Minister Clint Camilleri at the Public Service Expo Village on 24 May, 2025. This...

Euthanasia or proper implementation of timely palliative care

Sunday, 1 June 2025, 09:16 Last update: about 2 months ago Pierre Mallia

If one had to ask me whether the current proposal for euthanasia when put forward as a bill will pass through parliament, or even, if put forward for a referendum, whether it will pass or not, I would...

Agriculture and fisheries: modernisation is the only path

Sunday, 1 June 2025, 08:48 Last update: about 2 months ago Anton Refalo

Since taking responsibility for the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Animal Rights, I have become increasingly convinced that modernisation is the only path towards a competitive and sustainable...

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