Following the upheaval caused by the political revelations of the past few months, the desire for widespread change in the country has never been stronger, and the Malta Chamber’s Good Governance manifesto seeks to lay out a framework to do just that.

While we celebrate the role of women everywhere on International Women’s Day, one is busy helping to transform Malta’s transport network – and protect the country’s environment – at the electric car-sharing innovation, GoTo. Here we chat to GoTo COO Liana Cremona to find out more about her role, and why she feels that women will always be pivotal in shaping Malta’s future.

‘This is about a friendly relationship we want to keep in place, in a way that facilitates trade,’ says British High Commissioner Stuart Gill.

The Malta Chamber’s Good Governance manifesto seeks to lay out a framework for widespread change. Prime Minister Robert Abela weighs in with his thoughts on the way forward from here.

Joseph Cachia & Son Ltd Executive Director Maronna Filletti discusses the importance of money handling systems for businesses.

The European Commission is encouraging member states to boost design-driven innovation through the creation and implementation of Design Action Plans.

Malta Business Bureau CEO Joe Tanti shares his affinity with Ireland, drawing on similarities between the two isles.

HOTREC’s Adrian Cummins and Malta Business Bureau Director Claudienne Harb discuss the changing dining experience, their impact on restaurants, and what it means for the diner on a European and local level.

'There’s a renaissance in entrepreneurship in Malta at the moment, and this is very positive'

In the final part of this two-part series, Roberta Metsola discusses the European Parliament Agenda for 2020.

In a feature published by the Malta Chamber’s annual publication, Economic Vision 2020, a number of business leaders share their thoughts for the upcoming year. This is the third part of that series.

In a feature published by the Malta Chamber’s annual publication, Economic Vision 2020, a number of business leaders share their thoughts for the upcoming year. This is the second part of that series.

In part one of this two part series, Miriam Dalli discusses the European Parliament Agenda for 2020.

In a feature published by the Malta Chamber’s annual publication, Economic Vision 2020, a number of business leaders share their thoughts for the upcoming year. This is the first part of that series.

While visiting The Concept Store, it becomes overwhelmingly clear that the experience is as much about savoring the space as it is about discovering the carefully curated products within.

He also believes that it is Malta’s willingness to listen to forward-thinking industries that make it special and appealing.

In anticipation of what the coming year has in store, Malta’s Shadow Finance Minister, Mario De Marco, shares his insight.

In a time of global economic unease, Malta and its economy continue to show signs of strength and resilience. But what does the forecast look like for the medium- and long-term?

Following months of work on the creation of the Malta Chamber’s upcoming Economic Vision for 2020-2025, Chamber President David Xuereb believes there is no better time to consider the path that we are on economically – and reshape it.

Around this time last year, the sister isle welcomed a unique foodie concept the likes of which Malta and Gozo hadn’t seen before.

‘Proposals for local manufacture are evaluated in line with the national laws and international obligations, including comprehensive requirements related to GMP certification, responsible personnel, analytical consistency, security measures and reporting responsibilities.’

While the Maltese economy is highly diversified and has sound macroeconomic underpinnings, there are challenges afoot.

‘GoTo will continue to play an important role, not just by bringing a more sustainable approach with shared mobility solutions, but also by building the infrastructure for charging electric vehicles, which we plan to open up to everyone in the future.’

‘Being part of the forum of discussion was crucial for Malta, as it’s vital for us to participate in decision-making processes which may ultimately lead to policy changes affecting Europe and its member states’.

Education institutions such as the University of Malta, as well as private education centres, have begun providing courses in the realm of blockchain, helping to prepare the local workforce.

Industry insiders discuss the progress made by the updated Gaming Act, as well as difficulties the sector faces from a Europe-wide perspective.

‘We’ve launched a process and this document delineates a pattern in a stream of actions to clarify a sense of direction.’

The upcoming year will involve working together with Junior Achievement Young Enterprise Malta Foundation (JAYE), MCAST and University students to organise seminars with educational and inspirational speakers on a variety of relevant topics such as start-ups, blockchain and artificial intelligence.

Members of the Saint James Eye Clinic team share their own personal experiences of undergoing eye laser treatment and Refractive Lens Exchange, and how treatment has impacted their lives.