One Hundred Measures for the Malta 2050 Vision Presented to the MCESD

In another meeting with the social partners on the Malta 2050 Vision, the list of one hundred measures to be included in the Vision, once it is finalised and launched in the coming weeks, was presented.

 

At the first MCESD meeting of this year, held under the leadership of the new Chairperson, Maria Micallef, the Council held an in-depth discussion on these measures, as the Malta 2050 Vision process has now entered its final phase of consolidation and finalisation. The social partners were given the opportunity to study all the indicators and measures in detail.

The social partners acknowledged the manner in which this process was conducted and noted that an initiative of this nature was expected and considered an important step for the country. They also expressed their appreciation for the extensive consultation carried out with the different strata of Maltese society, as well as for the fact that several suggestions put forward were considered and reflected in the vision, ensuring that it represents the national interest. This meeting followed four other meetings held by the Council since the launch of the process in October 2024.

They also observed that the structure of the Vision allows for a higher level of transparency, as each measure is linked to specific indicators, enabling the public to track progress.

The Head of Secretariat in the Office of the Prime Minister, Colonel Dr Mark Mallia, explained that throughout the process, the Government remained in constant contact with the social partners, allowing a highly developed framework for the Vision to be presented. “We have explained in detail the indicators and macro-measures that shape this Vision, which will be accessible to the public through a digital platform. The Malta 2050 Vision will remain a living document that will be adapted over time according to the country’s circumstances,” Dr Mallia stated.

The Minister for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects, Silvio Schembri, explained that the process, led by his Ministry, is now nearing completion. “This was a process that resulted in all bodies agreeing on a single, unified document outlining the direction in which we are taking our country. This demonstrates political maturity and confidence in how the process was led,” he said.

The Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister responsible for the Malta Vision 2050, Ronald Mizzi, provided a comprehensive update on the work carried out since April 2025, when the document was opened for public consultation. He highlighted how the project’s governance has recently been further strengthened through the establishment of a steering committee to oversee the continuity of this exercise.“As a result of the extensive consultation, we have continued to strengthen the document and introduce new measures with targets aimed at improving quality of life, which is the Vision’s primary objective. The indicators (KPIs) and macro-measures will guide us for the first ten years, until 2035, while remaining orientated towards where we want to take the country by 2050,” Mr Mizzi explained.

Parliamentary Secretary for Social Dialogue Andy Ellul recalled that the social partners have been involved in this process from the outset and are now seeing the outcomes of their contribution through this inclusive approach. “We must now look ahead and work together to deliver this Vision, including strengthening family-friendly measures such as parental and paternity leave, as well as commencing discussions on remote working and the Right to Disconnect, all of which require cooperation between unions and employers,” he said.

MCESD Chairperson Maria Micallef expressed her satisfaction that the first meeting she chaired focused on such an important and holistic strategy that will guide the country over the next 25 years. “The MCESD looks forward to continuing structured discussions with the social partners and, in the coming days, convening the Task Force to analyse the list of measures and proposals in greater depth, with the aim of providing feedback on the Malta 2050 Vision,” MCESD Chairperson concluded.

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