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Malta Business Review Issue 25 – November 2016 10 12 06 COVER STORY COURSE TO LEADERSHIP Interview with Nick Dobrovolskiy, co-founder and Vice-President of Parallels PuBLisher MBR Publications Limited editor Martin Vella teChniCaL advisor Marcelle D’Argy Smith saLes direCtor Margaret Brincat design Jacqueline Muscat, Gyorgy Vertes advertising Call: 9940 6743 or 9926 0163/4/6; Email: margaret@mbrpublications.net or admin@mbrpublications.net ContriButors Frédéric Amant; Alison Bezzina; Antoine Bonello; George Carol; Reza Degathi; Jean Paul Demajo; Sybille Lammes; Janet Mifsud; MITA; Malcolm J Naudi; Martin Schulz; Jasmine Solana; Paul Ricci; James Vella Clark; special thanks European Parliament; EP/EU Newsroom/ External Relations/Press; DOI; HSBC; Inspire; LinkedIn; National Audit Office; Parallels Print ProduCtion Printit offiCes Highland Apartment - Level 1, Naxxar Road, Birkirkara, BKR 9042 teLePhone +356 2149 7814 quote of the month 12 US ELECTIONS: WHAT NEXT? Martin Schulz, President of the EP reflects on the EU-US relations 26 IS DIGITAL MAPPING THE NEW MEDIA? Sybille Lammes on her ERC-funded research about digital mapping practices 30 COST : GROWING IDEAS THROUGH RESEARCH & INNOVATION NETWORKS Prof Janet Mifsud, national co-ordinator (CNC and CSO) for COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology), for the MCST Newspaper Post “Without passion, you don’t have any energy, and without energy, you simply have nothing” Donald Trump, CEO of the Trump Organization and President-elect of the USA COVER STORY 6 6 Course to Leadership Interview with Nick Dobrovolskiy, co-founder and Vice-President of Parallels, a global leader in the IT industry PERSPECTIVES & ANALYSIS 10 The Fourth Industrial Revolution Paul Ricci discusses the impact of a fusion of technology on construction and built environment 12 US Elections: What Next? FEATURE Martin Schulz, President of the European Parliament, reflections on why EU-US relations are a key component of global stability. 16 Climate Change and the Environment Exceptional article by Tina Ohliger, who tells us why tackling climate change is a key item on the EU’s environmental EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW 18 “We are not very sure what exactly Trump’s foreign policy” “agenda is” 18 Interview with German EPP member David McAllister, chair of Parliament’sdelegation for relations with the United States ERC STORIES 26 Is Digital Mapping the New Media? Sybille Lammes on her ERC-funded research, which focuses on digital mapping practices OUR GOLD PARTNERS your perfect atmosphere 26 Disclaimer All rights reserved. No part of this work covered by copyright may be reproduced or copied and reproduction in whole or part is strictly prohibited without written permission of the publisher. All content material available on this publication is duly protected by Maltese and International Law. No person, organisation, other publisher or online web content manager should rely, or on any way act upon any part of the contents of this publication, whether that information is sourced from the website, magazine or related product without first obtaining the publisher’s consent. The opinions expressed in the Malta Business Review are those of the authors or contributors, and are not necessarily those of the editor or publisher. 4
Malta Business Review CONTENTS 27 A Standard Cancer Care for Pregnant Women 27 Dr Frédéric Amant talks about his cutting-edge research in developing a standard, integrated approach for cancer care for pregnant women SPECIAL FEATURE 30 COST: Growing Ideas Through Research & Innovation Networks Prof Janet Mifusd, national co-ordinator (CNC and CSO) for COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology), for the MCST, explains why COST is the solution to how does one get involved in an EU project 38 The Employer Branding Tour – Tipico Careers Thomas Mahoney Tipico’s case study about a career brand is known to be a pioneer within the online gaming sphere igaming 40 A Multidimensional experience in Malta, launched during SiGMA… BtoBet, a pioneer in new technologies for iGaming operators and the betting industry, take us through their latest product addition – The multidimensional Omnichannel NEWS FEATURES 42 new momentum and platform to rebuild trust in the EU Project We bring you the latest news regarding the Malta EU Pre- Presidency Conference 44 MITA engages ISL for Skillsoft® eLearning Information Systems Limited engaged by MITA to provide Skillsoft’s eLearning programmes in Project Management, IT and technical skills 48 Values for Humanity Unique tribute by world-famous photographer Reza commemorating António Guterrez’s accession as UN Secretary General 30 EDITORIAL As Christmas begins to approach this season the serious issue of money in our society becomes highlighted as everyone scrambles to spend hundreds of euros on gifts. One of the best movie representations of our society during Christmas is The Grinch. The people of Whoville believed that it was vital to have the biggest, most expensive accessories along with the most decorations and the most elaborate gifts under the tree. The citizens of Whoville were so succumbed by the mind-set that money would buy them everything. The mayor even tried to buy a woman into marrying him through giving her a triple diamond ring and a car, and was convinced that these gifts would guarantee him a yes to his proposal. Unfortunately, when the Grinch tried to point out the flaws in their materialistic views, he was ostracized for his efforts. It is easy to see how ridiculous a society like this would be, but what we do not realise is that we have become that society! Maltese have become very materialistic and have such a short-sighted view on values in life because our main priorities have been focused on striving for wealth and success. Some of us indeed live beyond their means. Though wealth and success are very good things to strive for, we must limit ourselves to the amount of wealth we wish to obtain. What many of us don’t realise is that money has become a big issue in our society, indeed the root of all evil! Over the last couple of years, the issue of corruption--the abuse of public office for private gain--has become a chronic issue, There are a number of reasons why bribery has come under the microscope. Corruption scandals have toppled governments in both major industrial countries and developing countries. Apparently, it is not the case in Malta! Former Panamanian advisor Joseph E. Stiglitz, Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics, who chairs The Committee of Inquiry into Money Laundering, Tax Avoidance and Tax Evasion- PANA Committee of Inquiry to investigate alleged contraventions and maladministration in the application of Union law in relation to money laundering, tax avoidance and tax evasion, insists on “Zero tolerance against tax secrecy.” When it comes to corruption in politics, no one is immune. Part of the problem in these corruption scandals involves the ability of interest groups to determine policy. Political corruption is a serious problem limiting development in emerging economies. Many scholars have identified corruption as the new enemy of democracy, blaming it for limiting political and socio-economic development. Although no one can really measure “corruption” due to its discrete nature and the different discourses defining it, citizen’s perception of corruption can give us an idea of its direction, and regrettably in Malta, we have still a long way to go in this direction. People have grown an insatiable appetite for money in them and they can go to any extent to get money. Undoubtedly they talk of morality and the importance of value-based life but that is for outer show. Their inner voice is something else. It is always crying for money. It has been seen the officers who are deputed to look into the matters of corruption turn out to be corrupt. Our leaders too are not less corrupt. Thus the network of corruption goes on as usual and remains undeterred. Though it is very difficult to control corruption, it is not impossible. It is not only the responsibility of the government but ours too. We can eliminate corruption if there will be joint effort. We must have some high principles to follow so that we may be models for the coming generation. Let us take a view to create an atmosphere free from corruption. That will be our highest achievement as human beings. 38 48 Martin Vella Malta Business Review’s editorial opinions are decided by its Editor, and besides reflecting the Editor’s opinion, are written to represent a fair and impartial representation of facts, events and provide a correct analysis of local and international news. Agents for: www.maltabusinessreview.net 5
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