By Maria Camilleri Calleja, Ambassador of Malta to the UAE In a period marked by heightened regional tensions and evolving security risks, I wish to express my Government’s deepest appreciation to the leadership of the United Arab Emirates. Under the wise leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to the safety and security of all residents and foreign nationals, including Maltese and European citizens. The United Arab Emirates has stood as an unshakeable pillar of calm, resolve, and quiet determination. We express our sincere appreciation for the professionalism of the … Continue reading Stability, Solidarity, and the Imperative of Diplomacy

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Engineering Energy & Financing the Future

March 28, 2026March 28, 2026 Business & Lifestyle Publishing

Geerling John Offereins, Co-founder of TDD International on renewable energy, ethical finance, and why the post-fossil economy will be built at source Shereen Shabnam In an age when finance is being asked to do more than generate returns, Geerling John Offereins from the Netherlands represents a rare kind of leadership. One that bridges capital, technology, sustainability, and long-range global thinking. With a career spanning more than three decades across investment banking, structured finance, fintech, renewable energy, and advanced geophysical technologies, Offereins has built his professional life around one central belief: finance should not merely follow change, but enable it. That … Continue reading Engineering Energy & Financing the Future

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Crisis Management and Problem-Solving: The Cornerstone of PR Leadership

February 4, 2026 Business & Lifestyle Publishing

By Shereen Shabnam In our region, uncertainty is not an occasional disruption but a constant reality. From geopolitical developments and economic recalibration to regulatory shifts, organisations across the region operate in an environment where stability can change fast. Since I started in the PR industry 25 years ago, crisis management and problem-solving has evolved to specialised PR functions and part of core leadership competencies. Public relations professionals are often the first line of defence when unexpected, high-stakes situations arise. Whether managing reputational threats, public scrutiny, or internal crises that spill into the public domain, the ability to think critically, assess … Continue reading Crisis Management and Problem-Solving: The Cornerstone of PR Leadership