September 14, 2020 marked the official launch of the Gozo Regional Development Authority (GRDA), three years ago. This is a clone of the Gozo Regional Development Agency promised by the PN in the...

The year has got off to a grand start. Aaron Farrugia, poor lost soul in our soulless world, was given his marching orders by the Prime Minister. A new man is in – some other superman – to...

If they are to go places, certain economic sectors first need to attract people who decide that work in them offers sufficient prospects and personal interest, apart from providing good or adequate...

I happen to be among those who share a high regard for the city of Brussels. Others are not so impressed. If they compare its attractiveness to London or Paris, it’s obvious that it...

“I have no conflict of interest,” Alicia Bugeja Said declared soon after her election to parliament and her appointment to cabinet. Her electoral campaign had been funded, in huge part, by...

The PN administration launched ‘Eco-Gozo’ project in 2012. To remain sustainable and competitive, Gozo needed a long-term strategy that preserves its unique appeal.  Giovanna...

The EU Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS) has been in place for the past 20 years, since 2003. It deals with the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions through the use of market based instruments....

With our ever-growing list of major concerns ranging from climate change, pollution, corruption, terrorism, financial restraints, immigration, multiple health issues, and food and water security, who...

As the clock struck midnight on December 31, 2023, Valletta witnessed an extraordinary spectacle as thousands gathered in St George’s Square to usher in the New Year. The resounding success of...

A very strange feature of the EU is the use of English as the language by which its business gets done. Instead of declining post-Brexit, the practice has spread. The Union rule is to operate with all...