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Mediterranean ObserverMarch 10, 2025

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The EU recently launched the Union of Skills initiative to enhance basic skills, promote lifelong learning, and support workforce mobility across the EU. By 2030, it aims to reduce underachievement in literacy, mathematics, science, and digital skills to below 15%. The initiative also includes a Skills Guarantee pilot to help workers in restructuring sectors transition to new careers […]

Mediterranean ObserverMarch 5, 2025

The European Commission is launching the 2026 editions of the European Capital of Smart Tourism and European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism competitions, inviting cities across the EU and Single Market Programme (SMP) countries to showcase innovative smart and sustainable tourism practices. Applicants must submit their proposals online by 30 May 2025 (17:00 CET). Shortlisted […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 20, 2025

The European Union has taken a significant step towards sustainability with a provisional agreement between the Council and the European Parliament to reduce food waste and introduce new rules on textile waste management. The agreement sets the first-ever EU-level targets for food waste reduction by 2030, including a 10% reduction in processing and manufacturing and […]

Mediterranean ObserverJanuary 16, 2025

According to a recent report by Eurostat, in Q3 2024, the EU’s short-term rental market experienced notable growth, with 366.2 million guest nights booked via platforms like Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, and Tripadvisor. This marked an 18% increase compared to Q3 2023 (310 million nights) – highlighting the ongoing rise in demand for platform-based accommodations. Growth […]

Mediterranean ObserverNovember 21, 2024

HOTREC and TOPOSOPHY are hosting a webinar on the top 10 digital trends transforming the food service industry, from innovative menu engineering and AI-driven solutions to the rise of automation. Date: November 29 – 10:00 AM Tailored for SMEs, this session will explore practical solutions to boost productivity and efficiency through technology. Click here […]

Mediterranean ObserverNovember 20, 2024

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The European Parliament’s Tourism Task Force, within the TRAN Committee, has been established. This taskforce is responsible for integrating tourism considerations into EU transport and economic policies, engaging with industry stakeholders, monitoring the implementation of tourism-related initiatives, and advocating for measures and funding to support the sector’s sustainability and competitiveness. It aims to strengthen tourism’s […]

Mediterranean ObserverNovember 14, 2024

The European Commission has designated Booking.com as a “gatekeeper” under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), recognising its online intermediation services as a significant gateway between businesses and consumers. As a designated gatekeeper, Booking.com must comply with strict obligations to ensure fair competition, offering businesses equal access and consumers greater choice. If Booking.com is found non-compliant […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 22, 2024

In 2023, EU residents took 1.14 billion tourism trips with at least one overnight stay, marking a 5.7% increase (+61.6 million) compared to 2022. Of these, the majority (1.03 billion trips or 90% of the total) were for personal reasons, while 110 million were for professional purposes. Both categories saw growth from the previous year: […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 15, 2024

The EU has approved new regulations designed to improve the working conditions of over 28 million people employed by digital labor platforms across the EU. The platform work directive introduces greater transparency in the use of algorithms for managing human resources. It ensures that automated systems are overseen by qualified personnel and grants workers the […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 9, 2024

The European Commission has introduced two proposals to digitalize passports and identity cards, known as the ‘EU Digital Travel application‘ aimed at facilitating travel to and from the Schengen area. Currently, border checks are conducted physically, but with nearly 600 million crossings recorded in 2023, there is a need to expedite these processes while maintaining […]

Category: Europe
Andrew Agius Muscat, CEO MHRA

A Union of Skills to equip people for a competitive Europe

Applications Open: European Capital of Smart Tourism and European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism 2026

The EU agrees to reduce food waste and set new rules on waste textile

Eurostat: Nights booked via online platforms up 18% in Q3 2024

Online Webinar: 10 Digital Trends to Watch in the World of Restaurants

Tourism Task Force formed

Booking.com now subject to the Digital Markets Act

Eurostat: Europeans made 6% more tourism trips in 2023

EU Adopts New Rules to Improve Working Conditions of platform workers

Commission proposes an EU Digital Travel application for easier and safer travel

MHRA Advocates Better Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Coordination

MHRA: Vision 2050 Is a National Milestone for Malta’s Future

MHRA Welcomes Minister Byron Camilleri’s Proposal for On-the-Spot Fines

MHRA Advocates Better Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Coordination

MHRA: Vision 2050 Is a National Milestone for Malta’s Future

MHRA Welcomes Minister Byron Camilleri’s Proposal for On-the-Spot Fines