Entries by Brendan Zerafa

MCESD discusses strengthening Malta’s climate resilience

MCESD brought together social partners for a discussion with the Climate Action Authority on Malta’s preparedness for the impacts of climate change. The presentation by Chief Executive Officer Abigail Cutajar addressed the risks that extreme weather events pose to infrastructure, business operations and the wellbeing of workers and society. The proposals discussed included measures to […]

MCESD and the University of Malta strengthen collaboration in research and social dialogue.

MCESD and the University of Malta signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen collaboration in research, policy development, knowledge sharing and training. The agreement aims to bring academic expertise closer to social dialogue and strengthen the role of evidence in discussions on Malta’s economic and social development. The collaboration creates opportunities for studies and analysis […]

Social partners discuss the first year of the Labour Migration Policy

Social partners within the MCESD discussed the first year of implementation of the Labour Migration Policy and shared their views on the measures introduced. The meeting was attended by Minister for Infrastructure, Planning and Employment Jonathan Attard and Minister for European Funds, Social Dialogue and Consumer Protection Keith Azzopardi Tanti. The Chief Executive Officer of […]

MCESD discusses European priorities and recommendations for Malta

The Malta Council for Economic and Social Development (MCESD) convened its social partners to discuss key developments at European Union level and their relevance to Malta, focusing on the 2026 State of the Union Address and the European Semester 2026. The meeting, held on 18 September 2026 at the University of Malta Valletta Campus, included […]