AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBudget Dispute: Finance Minister Clyde Caruana is reportedly angry after Lydia Abela, who holds no government office, announced a forthcoming Budget measure on social security credits for workers receiving mental health treatment. Public Appointments: The Office of the Prime Minister has ordered Luke Dalli’s appointment as PBS deputy chairman despite objections from the minister responsible for the broadcaster. Dalli already leads Arts Council Malta. Tourism Policy: At the WTTC summit in Valletta, Prime Minister Robert Abela argued that tourism success should be measured by benefits to residents, not visitor numbers alone. The council forecast 3.1% growth for European tourism in 2026 and set out eight priorities for competitiveness; India will host its 2027 summit. Government Services: Malta’s foreign affairs ministry, Identità and the Institute of Tourism Studies signed a cooperation declaration with VFS Global to advance mobility, citizen services and skills development.
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