Design
the MDA: a reflection of the industry’s voice
The Association has written
history. Starting off dur-
ing a period of recession,
this industry has evolved to
become an important con-
tributor to the economy.
Despite being of a some-
what controversial nature,
the industry has experi-
enced the biggest boom the
country has ever seen. This
has been made clear from
the study commissioned to
KPMG the results of which
will give stakeholders a
clearer outlook.
If we want the economy
to keep growing as it
is today, then we need
solutions. We cannot
afford to let the econo-
my stop
Mr Chetcuti however was
strong in stressing that the
industry cannot press the fig-
urative ‘pause’ button. Malta’s
competitiveness must remain strong
as Malta is competing against the
rest of the world. By pressing ‘pause’
Malta would regress. Nevertheless,
although the momentum needs to be
kept, the industry must keep working
on enhancing professionalism in its
operations. Mr. Chetcuti reiterated
the importance of joining forces to
work together on saving the inher-
ent character of Malta’s villages, thus
avoiding another Bugibba or Qawra.
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Whilst local authorities are
doing their utmost to cope
with the influx of business
the industry has been ex-
periencing, the processes
are bureaucratic and result
in frustrating delays. Au-
thorities need to be more
efficient.
Sandro Chetcuti
Mr Chetcuti admitted that at times
his criticism might be rough but it is
all a result of his passion and deter-
mination to make the industry work.
Presenting strong arguments are all
about avoiding mistakes. The Associ-
ation is a reflection of the industry’s
voice. Stakeholders, he stressed, are
not afraid of competition – as long as
things are fair and carried out within
a level playing field.
The way forward for the
Association is to keep the
momentum going, keep
working passionately, learn
from its mistakes, put aside
partisan politics and work
closely with both govern-
ment and opposition.
Sandro Chetcuti’s fiery pas-
sion, as well as the unbridled
commitment of the MDA council in
general, for the sustainable growth
of the industry were clearly shown
during the Association’s General
Meeting. Not afraid to make their
voice heard, the Association has
proven that having the country at
heart is indispensable to having the
industry at heart, and that its ob-
jectives are to ensure that Malta will
be developed sustainably for the
years to come.
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