AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRule of Law Watch: The European Commission’s latest Rule of Law Report says Malta has made little progress on key reforms, with sharp drops in public perceptions of judicial independence and persistently high concerns about corruption. Courtroom Politics: The Yorgen Fenech trial continues as Matthew Caruana Galizia testifies about Daphne Caruana Galizia’s investigations, including the Electrogas probe and how the work dominated her final months. Migration Pressure in Europe: Ceuta remains strained after a surge of migrants, with hundreds of children still on the streets and EU leaders pressing Spain over its response. Local Government & Accountability: Former Sliema mayor Nikki Dimech faces fresh fallout after the Court of Criminal Appeal partially overturned his acquittal and found him guilty of corruption, raising questions over his auditor warrant. Cost of Living & Policy Choices: Malta’s government doubles the minimum on-the-spot fine for tourists to €50, while also approving a 33% rise in quarry operators’ construction waste disposal fees—an issue critics say will feed into housing costs. International Cooperation: Malta and Ghana launch a partnership to strengthen ethics education for children and young people. Public Life: The Malta International Food Festival returns to Floriana Granaries for its 10th edition, running 5–9 August.
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