I make reference to the article about Malta’s first EU presidency in 2017 (July 23). The year in which Malta will host the European Capital of Culture will be as significant as we want it to be and will reflect the importance that our country gives to arts and culture and the creative economy.

It is indeed with pride that we can claim to be well in advance with preparations – one year ahead by normal European standards. The Valletta 2018 Foundation – responsible for the delivery of the bid and the implementation of the programme for 2018 – understands the importance of the EU presidency and the benefits this may bring, especially since this now consists of a strong cultural programme itself and could well serve the purposes of The Culture Capital year that will follow soon after.

The European Capital of Culture is the most prestigious title that may be granted to a city in the European Union. The title gives each host city the opportunity to embark on challenging cultural projects that are meaningful both to its community and to European citizens and can serve to improve their infrastructure and encourage the generation of tomorrow’s heritage.

We have the opportunity for Valletta to be a worthy European Capital of Culture able also to host the EU’s presidency in 2017.

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