“As we promised in October last year, the MCESD will be a key forum where we discuss the entire process that will lead us to publish Vision Malta 2050 for public discussion in the coming weeks”, said Minister for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects Silvio Schembri while once again addressing a meeting of the MCESD to give an account of the work being done to draft Vision Malta 2050.
During this meeting, a presentation was given on the concept and main pillars on which Vision Malta 2050 will be built. “The basic principle remains that of having a good and healthy quality of life for all. And we can do this with four principles: sustainable economic growth, central services accessible to the citizen, a resilient country and a modern education system, wise use of the sea and land”, said Minister Schembri.
The Minister explained that in a few weeks, Vision Malta 2050, with specific targets to be achieved by 2035, will be presented to the Cabinet and will then be open for public consultation.
Parliamentary Secretary for Social Dialogue Andy Ellul described the vision as a unique opportunity to shape the Malta of tomorrow. He said that Vision Malta 2050 provides a strong framework on which we will be shaping the coming decades, where Malta not only remains attractive to investors but also remains the natural home of the Maltese and Gozitans in which they achieve their aspirations and build a better future for themselves and for future generations.
“The vision prioritizes environmental protection, strengthening social policy and good governance. It is a vision that thinks of everyone, from entrepreneurs who have opened a new business, to others who are looking to expand their operations, students who aspire to build a life in their country and pensioners who are looking to enjoy life in a tranquil and safe environment”, stressed the parliamentary secretary.
Dr Ellul expressed his satisfaction that this vision is being discussed with social partners because this dialogue will be strengthening the vision that not only prepares Malta for the future but which will lead to a leap in the quality of life for generations to come.
The Chairperson of the MCESD, Architect David Xuereb, explained that, after several internal meetings within the MCESD, this was the third formal meeting where the Government presented the progress of the development of Vision Malta 2050. During it, important details were discussed, with the Government listening to and considering the suggestions of social partners to make this vision more comprehensive and inclusive.
Architect Xuereb emphasised that this process demonstrates dynamic collaboration between MCESD members, to ensure that the Malta 2050 Vision reflects the aspirations of the people. The aim is to create a framework that will not only stand the test of time, but also safeguard Malta’s authenticity and values for future generations.
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