AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSliema Arts Festival 2026: Sliema’s streets and waterfront are set to buzz again as the festival returns July 17–19, with street art, murals, live music, dance, artisan markets and workshops under the theme “BY HUMANS. FOR HUMANS.” Transport & tech debate: ADPD criticises the government’s transport priorities, arguing bus overcrowding shows public transit is being neglected and pushing for Bus Rapid Transit instead of road-widening or “magical” tech fixes. Malta digital identity push: The Malta Digital Innovation Authority has launched a €15.6m tender to build a fully compliant European Digital Identity (EUDI) Wallet, aiming to let people prove identity online/in person, verify age, store documents and sign electronically across the EU. Digital euro trials: The ECB has shortlisted 36 payment service providers for digital euro testing starting in 2027, focusing on online/offline payments and user experience. Justice & courts: Malta’s justice reforms get a boost in the EU’s Rule of Law report, citing budget increases, new court premises, and an operational online legal aid platform. Gozo healthcare education: 68 medical students graduate in Gozo from Queen Mary University of London, with new hospital investments including MRI/CT and upgraded units. Maritime heritage: Heritage Malta and partners restored one of Malta’s last surviving firilli, the “Lion,” reviving traditional boatbuilding for education, tourism and research.
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