On 8 September, I attended ThinkCulture 2026, organised by News Tank Culture at the Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie in La Villette, Paris. Bringing together cultural professionals, institutions and organisations, the event revolved around the thematic: Is culture still desirable today? Throughout the day, speakers and panellists explored the place culture occupies in our societies, its relevance in a changing world, and the ways in which we can continue to make it accessi

Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to represent Malta at a key conference in Paris exploring the future of tourism in Europe. Held on January 13th and 14th as part of a wider tourism fair, the event brought together key voices to discuss the evolution of tourism in Europe and what this means for cultural institutions. This theme resonates strongly with SEED’s ongoing work through Malta Rural Tours and Merill Rural Network , where we co-design experiences that strength