The Malta Independent 21 July 2026, Tuesday
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Economic growth must deliver real change for families

Sunday, 17 May 2026, 07:18 Last update: about 3 months ago

In a recent press conference, Finance Minister Clyde Caruana once again presented a confident picture of Malta's economic performance. Strong GDP growth, falling deficit ratios, and comparatively low...

The secrecy of the vote and the right to choose with dignity

Monday, 11 May 2026, 11:00 Last update: about 3 months ago

In every modern democracy, voting is one of the fundamental rights of the citizen. It is the means by which each person can express their opinion freely, without pressure or fear. However, for this...

Restoring Selmun and Fort Campbell for the Maltese people

Sunday, 10 May 2026, 09:24 Last update: about 3 months ago

As part of its wider national health policy vision, the Nationalist Party has announced that Selmun Palace and Fort Campbell will be restored and transformed into the Malta National Health Park,...

Int Malta: A people-centred vision

Sunday, 10 May 2026, 09:20 Last update: about 3 months ago Stefan Zrinzo Azzopardi

As Malta approaches another general election, I find myself reflecting not only on the journey our country has taken over the past years, but also on my own political journey. Having served for a...

Moments

Sunday, 10 May 2026, 09:13 Last update: about 3 months ago

Moments stay with us. Like the little triumphs of inserting my first venous lines and the bigger conquests of performing an intricately complex procedure unassisted. Truth be told, the bitter moments...

Growth without depth? Rethinking Malta’s economic model

Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 08:00 Last update: about 4 months ago

Malta's economic performance over the past decade is often presented as a success story. Strong GDP growth, low unemployment and continued economic activity have been highlighted as clear indicators...

Malta before partisanship

Monday, 4 May 2026, 07:27 Last update: about 4 months ago

The development of social services and social policy in Malta is closely linked to the country's political evolution, particularly from the beginning of the 20th century up to the post-Independence...

Built for today, ready for tomorrow

Sunday, 3 May 2026, 09:26 Last update: about 4 months ago

Time and again, this government has shown that limitations and challenges can sharpen our determination, strengthen our resilience and push us to be more innovative. This is the spirit behind...

We continue turning words into deeds

Sunday, 3 May 2026, 08:50 Last update: about 4 months ago

Thirteen vigorous years of Labour Government have seen a sustained implementation of profuse measures, benefits and reforms aimed at providing the disability sector with stronger support services and...

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