AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHeritage Research: Xjenza Malta has launched a European partnership bringing 90 organisations from 30 countries together to protect cultural heritage from climate and environmental pressures. Malta is committing €3.5 million over seven years, including €500,000 for the first research call. Research Investment: Momentum says Malta spends just 0.6% of GDP on research and development, compared with about 2.2% across the EU, and is calling for a long-term science strategy and more support for research careers. Robotics and Chips: European chipmakers say the region can compete in robotics and physical AI; STMicroelectronics has already installed a humanoid robot at its semiconductor plant in Malta. AI Readiness: Malta ranks second among Commonwealth countries in a study of young people’s readiness to benefit from AI, behind Singapore. Maltese Engineering: The Kestrel RP, described as the first aircraft designed and built by a Maltese man, has taken flight.
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