AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHeat and health: Europe’s extreme heatwaves hit hard, with around 80 million people facing 40°C+ and an estimated 35,000 extra deaths, despite past warnings and heat-health plans. Local governance and heritage: Valletta residents and an NGO oppose a new outdoor catering area opposite Ta’ Ġieżu, warning it could hollow out the UNESCO city through noise, blocked pavements and weak context checks. Community green space: Ħal Lija’s former development site has been turned into Ġnien il-Larinġ, after 15 tonnes of waste were removed and new paths, seating and facilities were added. Water infrastructure: Malta’s water network is getting upgrades via €25m green bonds, with eight projects completed to cut losses and improve reliability. Social isolation: A growing “hidden homelessness” problem in Malta is linked to social isolation and worsening mental well-being. Tourism policy pressure: Malta is set to host the WTTC Global Summit with 200+ tourism CEOs, as the sector faces growing questions about whether growth benefits locals. Climate and food: Europe’s heat and drought are already showing up in crop losses and higher food-price pressure.
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