AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFireworks factory blast: A massive explosion at a fireworks factory in Naxxar (Ta’ Lourdes) sent huge smoke plumes across Malta; police say two men suffered minor injuries and authorities have launched an investigation into the cause. Politics & turnout: Malta’s election turnout rose to about 87.5%, but more than 50,000 registered voters still didn’t cast a valid ballot, keeping the debate on participation alive. Justice memorial vandalism: Occupy Justice Malta condemned repeated vandalism of the Daphne Caruana Galizia memorial in Valletta, saying attacks followed Labour election celebrations and reflect “continuity of hatred.” EU economy: Eurostat data shows eurozone inflation rebounded to 3.2% in May, with energy driving the rise; Malta recorded the lowest rate in the bloc at 2.1%. Tourism numbers: NSO reports inbound tourists up 16.6% in April, with 409,403 visitors and €335m in expenditure. Gozo seat change: Gozitan MP Abigail Camilleri announced she is retiring from politics after failing to be re-elected. Local business/legal: Deloitte Legal appointed Gianluca Busuttil as partner, effective 1 June 2026.
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