2005: News
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Illegal immigration reaches crisis point in 2005
The MaltaMedia news team presented a feature about Malta and its migrations looking at the current issue of illegal immigration in the context of Malta's long history of migration. This age-old phenomenon has created a political and economic crisis in recent years.
Lanċa ġejja u oħra sejra - Malta and its migrations - special feature
2005 Local Council Elections
The annual Local Council Elections were held on Saturday, March 12, 2005. They were the only political elections held during the year and produced a stunning victory for the Opposition Malta Labour Party.
Local Council Elections vote-counting ends
Dr. Sant calls for proportionality of MPs and votes in general elections
PN gives official reaction to Local Elections results
Local councillors take oath of office
Pope John Paul II is succeeded by Benedict XVI
In marking the end of Pope John Paul II's era and the beginning of the first new papacy for the third millennium, the MaltaMedia Online Network presented thoughts about the contributions of the late pope while shedding some light on the long-term relationship between Catholic Malta and the Holy Father, the head of a church that holds around one billion faithful worldwide.
The Papal Legacy from a Maltese Perspective - special feature
Eurovision Song Contest 2005
Malta's representative at the Eurovision Song Contest final was once again Chiara, who had obtained the third place in Birmingham in 1998. The big question was whether she could get a better placing in Kiev. She did, but once again Malta failed to clinch the top-spot.
Full details available at EurovisionMalta.com.
Malta Budget 2006
The third budget speech of the 10th legislature, the 2nd one of Malta as a member of the European Union and the 2nd one of Prime Minister Gonzi, who is also the Minister of Finance, was presented on the surcharge on utility bills was raised from 17% to 55% and the price of petrol also increased. The government presented its annual Budget on Monday October 31 2005, a few weeks before the usual time because of the up-coming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
Malta Budget 2006 - special feature
Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM 2005)
CHOGM's Theme Announced
Government denies Commonwealth meeting is under terrorist threat
Spectacular opening ceremony for CHOGM
Queen concludes state visit in Malta
CHOGM draws to a close
New bishop for Gozo
Mons. Mario Grech is the new bishop of Gozo. The former parish priest of Kercem succeeds Nikol Cauchi who resigned after reaching the age of 75. Bishop Cauchi served as head of the Gozo diocese for 38 years.
Malta and the adoption of the Euro
In 2005 Malta made concrete steps towards the adoption of the European single currency, the Euro. Its adoption is yet another effect of Malta's entry in the European Union in 2004.
Fixed Maltese Lira-Euro exchange rate as from Monday
Euro changeover master plan finalised
Maltese to call the European currency 'ewro'
Dual pricing to be displayed in 2007
Sea Malta privatisation saga
The Maltese Government moved ahead with its plans to privatise Sea Malta, the national sea cargo carrier, on the premise that it could not be commercially sustained. The whole process degenerated into a political saga, with the Sea Malta being liquidated rather than privatised and 144 workers losing their jobs. The prospective buyers in the meantime set-up a new company to take over Sea Malta's job.
Government signs agreement on Sea Malta sale
Sea Malta chairperson resigns
Sea Malta privatisation concluded
Sea Malta privatisation fails
Cabinet of Ministers confirms Sea Malta liquidation
Grimaldi refuses to re-open Sea Malta privatisation
Sea Malta shore based workers resign from GWU
MLP to investigate failed Sea Malta privatization
Clerical posts for former Sea Malta shore based workers
Compiled by Martin Debattista and Ruth Davies
Top Headlines:
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec
Top Stories:
Illegal immigration reaches crisis point in 2005
The MaltaMedia news team presented a feature about Malta and its migrations looking at the current issue of illegal immigration in the context of Malta's long history of migration. This age-old phenomenon has created a political and economic crisis in recent years.
2005 Local Council Elections
The annual Local Council Elections were held on Saturday, March 12, 2005. They were the only political elections held during the year and produced a stunning victory for the Opposition Malta Labour Party.
Pope John Paul II is succeeded by Benedict XVI
In marking the end of Pope John Paul II's era and the beginning of the first new papacy for the third millennium, the MaltaMedia Online Network presented thoughts about the contributions of the late pope while shedding some light on the long-term relationship between Catholic Malta and the Holy Father, the head of a church that holds around one billion faithful worldwide.
Eurovision Song Contest 2005
Malta's representative at the Eurovision Song Contest final was once again Chiara, who had obtained the third place in Birmingham in 1998. The big question was whether she could get a better placing in Kiev. She did, but once again Malta failed to clinch the top-spot.
Malta Budget 2006
The third budget speech of the 10th legislature, the 2nd one of Malta as a member of the European Union and the 2nd one of Prime Minister Gonzi, who is also the Minister of Finance, was presented on the surcharge on utility bills was raised from 17% to 55% and the price of petrol also increased. The government presented its annual Budget on Monday October 31 2005, a few weeks before the usual time because of the up-coming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM 2005)
New bishop for GozoMons. Mario Grech is the new bishop of Gozo. The former parish priest of Kercem succeeds Nikol Cauchi who resigned after reaching the age of 75. Bishop Cauchi served as head of the Gozo diocese for 38 years.
Malta and the adoption of the Euro
In 2005 Malta made concrete steps towards the adoption of the European single currency, the Euro. Its adoption is yet another effect of Malta's entry in the European Union in 2004.
Sea Malta privatisation saga
The Maltese Government moved ahead with its plans to privatise Sea Malta, the national sea cargo carrier, on the premise that it could not be commercially sustained. The whole process degenerated into a political saga, with the Sea Malta being liquidated rather than privatised and 144 workers losing their jobs. The prospective buyers in the meantime set-up a new company to take over Sea Malta's job.Compiled by Martin Debattista and Ruth Davies