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Artificial Intelligence is advancing faster than ever… but can we really keep up?What started as a breakthrough moment a...
12/06/2026

Artificial Intelligence is advancing faster than ever… but can we really keep up?

What started as a breakthrough moment around 2012 has now become part of our everyday lives. From how we work and learn, to how we access information, AI is quickly shaping the world around us and is on track to become the most transformative technology of the 21st century.

From Research & Development all the way to Public Opinion, AI is increasingly seen as a trusted source of information worldwide.

Just released in April 2026, Stanford University has published the 2026 AI Index Report: a deep dive into AI’s growth, impact and the gaps we still need to address.

If you’re curious about where AI is heading, this is definitely worth a read 👇
https://hai.stanford.edu/ai-index/2026-ai-index-report

Image credit: https://www.facebook.com/StanfordHAI

Malta is returning to WorldSkills Europe .This means stronger opportunities for international collaboration on skills, v...
11/06/2026

Malta is returning to WorldSkills Europe .

This means stronger opportunities for international collaboration on skills, vocational excellence and future workforce development, ensuring Malta remains connected to conversations and initiatives shaping the skills of tomorrow.

The initiative is being driven by the National Skills Council, which will serve as Malta’s official representative within WorldSkills Europe and support future participation in European partnerships, initiatives, and skills competitions. The membership was formally ratified during the WorldSkills Europe General Assembly 2026 in Helsinki, Finland.

Representing Malta on this occasion were Glorianne Cachia, Director-Policy & Technical Affairs at the National Skills Council and Stephen Sammut, Deputy Principal at MCAST.

For the detailed news item visit: https://nscmalta.gov.mt/blog/general-news-1/malta-confirmed-as-member-of-worldskills-europe-72

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“Feeling very grateful for the opportunity provided by the National Skills Council to attend the Cedefop Forum held in T...
10/06/2026

“Feeling very grateful for the opportunity provided by the National Skills Council to attend the Cedefop Forum held in Thessaloniki on 12–13 May.

The forum focused on the new lifelong guidance framework and brought together professionals and experts from different countries to share experiences, ideas and best practices. The panel discussions were particularly inspiring, offering valuable insights into the innovative tools and strategies being used across Europe.

It was a rewarding and enriching experience that highlighted the importance of collaboration in shaping the future of lifelong guidance.”

Maria Pulis – Senior Administrator (Skills Policy)

09/06/2026

National Skills Council Executive Chairman Dr Jeffrey Pullicino Orlando recently appeared on TV programme Indigo to provide an update on Malta's National Skills Strategy.

With the strategy now in its final stages of development, preparations are underway for its launch in the coming months. The roadmap will set out a clear action plan to ensure Malta's workforce is equipped with the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving world of work.

During the interview, Dr Pullicino Orlando also discussed the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI), highlighting the importance of embracing and integrating this transformative technology. Widely regarded as the most significant technological development since the Industrial Revolution, AI is set to play a key role in shaping the future of work and skills development.

Watch the full interview here, or on YouTube at https://youtu.be/iHQsPNo8yd0

Behind the scenes with the National Skills Council!On Thursday 4th June, the NSC joined Hermes Corporation LTD for the r...
09/06/2026

Behind the scenes with the National Skills Council!

On Thursday 4th June, the NSC joined Hermes Corporation LTD for the recording of an expert interview as part of the Interreg Move On 2027 Italia-Malta initiative — a project focused on training, cross-border mobility and collaboration between Malta and Sicily.

During the session Glorianne Cachia, Director – EU & International Relations discussed:
- Future skills
- Labour market trends in Malta
- Skills development in a rapidly evolving world of work

The initiative aims to support young people and professionals through training opportunities, mobility, and exchange of good practices across the region.

We are proud to contribute to important conversations shaping the future of skills and employment in Malta and beyond.

Stay tuned for the final interview!

What will growth look like in the next decade?A new report from the World Economic Forum explores how AI, technology, g...
08/06/2026

What will growth look like in the next decade?

A new report from the World Economic Forum explores how AI, technology, global tensions, demographic change and sustainability are reshaping the global economy.

Some interesting insights:
- AI and technology will drive major productivity shifts
- Skills and talent development are becoming critical
- Green transition and innovation are creating new opportunities
- Businesses need resilience and adaptability more than ever

The report brings together perspectives from over 11,000 business leaders worldwide and outlines the opportunities and challenges shaping growth through 2030.

Definitely worth a read if you’re interested in the future of business, work and the economy.
📖 Read it here: https://www.weforum.org/publications/growth-in-the-new-economy-towards-a-blueprint/

The National Skills Council extends its gratitude to Hon. Clifton Grima for his support and collaboration during his ten...
06/06/2026

The National Skills Council extends its gratitude to Hon. Clifton Grima for his support and collaboration during his tenure as Minister for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation. We thank him for his commitment to education, skills, lifelong learning, and national development, and congratulate him on his new appointment as Minister for Justice, Research and Innovation.

We also congratulate Hon. Byron Camilleri on his appointment as Minister for Education and Sport. We look forward to continuing our work together in strengthening Malta’s skills ecosystem, advancing lifelong learning, promoting career guidance, and supporting the development of a future-ready workforce through the implementation of the national skills agenda.

As the National Skills Council, we remain committed to working closely with all stakeholders to ensure that Malta continues to invest in the skills and aspirations of its people.

When people browse job adverts, they're usually thinking about one thing: "Could this be my next opportunity?"At last we...
05/06/2026

When people browse job adverts, they're usually thinking about one thing: "Could this be my next opportunity?"

At last week's Cedefop and Eurostat conference in Thessaloniki, the conversation looked at those same adverts from a different perspective. Representing the National Skills Council, Kenneth Mallia and Viktoriia Pastorova joined experts from across Europe to explore how online job vacancy data can reveal emerging labour market trends and future skills needs.

Taken individually, a vacancy tells us what one employer is looking for. Taken together, they paint a much bigger picture: the skills that are becoming more valuable, the roles that are emerging, and the opportunities that may shape future careers.

They can also support better education and training planning, career guidance, and policymaking. It's a reminder that every job advert is more than a vacancy to fill. It is also a signal of where the labour market is heading and the skills people may need to get there.

05/06/2026

In today’s fast-paced world, making career choices can feel overwhelming at times, but no one should navigate them alone.

In this interview, Angela Jones from the Directorate for Lifelong Learning & Employability explains how free career guidance services are available locally to support you, whether you are:
- a student throughout your learning years
- an adult worker during your employment journey
- a professional in the guidance or education sectors

Through the National Career Guidance Network, we continue to highlight the value of guidance services that support people in their short and long-term career path goals, whether during their studies, or at an advanced stage in life.

Do you agree there needs to be more guidance in today’s evolving labour market?

Visit our website on https://nscmalta.gov.mt/career-guidance to learn more about the National Career Guidance Network.

This week, science communicators, museum professionals and futures thinkers from across Europe and beyond came together ...
04/06/2026

This week, science communicators, museum professionals and futures thinkers from across Europe and beyond came together at to exchange ideas on some of society's biggest questions.
Among them was a discussion led by the National Skills Council representatives Clayton Micallef Grimaud and Erica Falzon, on the role of human skills in an age increasingly shaped by AI.
Together with speakers from Germany, Canada and Brazil, they explored how museums and public engagement organisations can embrace emerging technologies while continuing to strengthen the qualities that make us uniquely human.
The conversation highlighted the importance of skills such as critical thinking, communication, creativity, resilience and empathy, capabilities that remain essential regardless of how technology evolves.

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