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A Special International Report Prepared by The Washington Times Advertising Department - Published on July 10-14, 2000

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 University of Malta

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A Special International Report Prepared by The Washington Times
Advertising Department
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Writer:
Zena Polin
Marketing Director:
Johane Celestin

This report was made possible in part by the law firm of:
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For more information, call
The Washington Times International Advertising Department
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Copyright © 2000 News World Communications, Inc.


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Malta, in their own words...

“Our mission is to create an all- inclusive society.”
           - Lawrence Gonzi, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Social Policy

“We strive to extend our activity beyond our shores through strategic partners in the region.”
           - Josef Bonnici, Minister for Economic Services

“Privatization will bring in synergies to expand the scope of companies and their market reach.”
           - John Dalli, Minister of Finance

“We are undergoing a cultural change and learning a more positive approach to the environment.”
           - Francis Zammit Dimech, Minister for the Environment

“We are an old country with a modern outlook.”
           - Michael Refalo, Minister for Tourism

“There is a future for agro tourism, such as beekeeping, honey and rabbit farming.”
           - Ninu Zammit, Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries

“In this highly developed world economy, our mission is to contribute to economic development through price stability.”
           - Michael Bonello, Governor of Central Bank

“The issue of EU membership is not about economics, but is about social and educational benefits.”
           - Professor J. V. Bannister, chairman and president, Malta Financial Services Centre

“European Union membership will help develop business, which helps develop the social sector.”
           - Anthony Diacono, chairman, Malta External Trade Corporation

“Malta is the ‘DNA’of the Mediterranean.”
           - Dr. John Grech, chairman, Malta Tourism Authority

“The political will of the government and management combined with the cooperation of the union can create the right formula for change.”
           - John Cassar White, chairman, Malta Shipbuilding Co.

“The MMA wants to promote a culture of safety and an environmentally friendly harbor.”
           - Marc Bonello, chairman, Malta Maritime Authority

“Local companies are looking toward the stock exchange for their long-term financing needs.”
           - Alfred Mallia, chairman, Malta Stock Exchange

“We can become a hub in the Mediterranean and feed into Southern Europe and North Africa.”
           - Lawrence Zammit, chairman, Malta International Airport

“Wherever you walk in Malta, you are walking through history.”
           - George B. Saliba, Maltese Ambassador to the United States

“The main challenge is to overcome resistance to change, particularly from those operators who for decades had enjoyed anachronistic work practices that hinder progress, create monopolies and do not offer value for money.”
           - Censu Galea, Minister for Transport and Communications

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Table of Contents

Building bridges and embracing the future

American ambassador promotes business-to-business trade

Location, language, labor force foster pro-business environment

Malta ... an island of living history

Conquering environmental challenges through education

From fortress economy to open market, foreign companies have made Malta their home

Why do business in Malta?

International financial services center emerges in Mediterranean

Telecommunications industry welcomes privatization and liberalization

Malta, in their own words ...

Metco: your strategic partner in the Mediterranean

Opportunities for foreign investment

A history of ship repair through the ages

Useful Contacts

Education is the key to the future

Facts at a glance

Getting to Malta just got easier

How to get there

The eye of Osiris

Business leaders speak out on European membership, modernization & privatization

Valletta - "A city built by gentlemen, for gentlemen."

Mdina - The "Silent City" talks to those who take the time to uncover its secrets

TOURISM
Cruising the Mediterranean

Eating and drinking

Rest and relaxation

The arts and crafts of Malta

Day tripping

Festivals

Motoring around Malta

The Emblem and National Flag of Malta