AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCourtroom Fallout: Malta’s Yorgen Fenech trial continues as self-confessed middleman Melvin Theuma testifies, describing alleged links between powerful figures and police information leaks, and recounting how Fenech allegedly pushed for Daphne Caruana Galizia’s murder—at one point texting he was “preparing champagne” to celebrate. Business & Finance: Bank of Valletta ran a fraud-prevention webinar for business clients, warning that scams are getting more sophisticated with AI and urging staff to spot business email compromise and other tactics. Energy Planning: Interconnect Malta received four submissions after its preliminary market consultation on a potential renewable electricity link from North Africa to Malta, with proposals now feeding into government feasibility work. Marina Tender Watch: Business groups are lining up for the expected Manoel Island yacht marina tender after the government terminated the MIDI plc concession, aiming to secure long-term investment certainty. Regulatory & Compliance: Alkem Laboratories says the USFDA classified its Daman facility as Official Action Indicated (OAI) after earlier inspections, while it continues supplying approved products and works toward full compliance. Travel & Tourism: Viking opened bookings for 2028–29 ocean voyages, including a Malta-focused itinerary, while Sziget Festival announced comfort and diversity upgrades for its August run.
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