Today the world woke up to the news that Mikhail Gorbachev, former leader of the Soviet Union, passed away at the age of 91.
A number of local industry leaders took to social media to look back on this political icon’s life and work.
Edward Cachia, Founder of Machia, wrote: “Rest in peace to the true game changer of Russian politics. While others talked of change, he was the one that actually was committed to change the face of Russia.”
Mr Gorbachev is best-known for his pivotal role in ending the Cold War, a war which Malta played a vital role in, as highlighted on social media by Associate Professor Joseph Borg.
“With the sad news of Mikhail Gorbachev’s, Former President of the Soviet Union, demise, please allow me to remind everyone about the role played by Malta in ending the first Cold War,” he wrote.
Referring to the 1989 Malta Summit – wherein US President George H. W. Bush and Gorbachev met on Maltese soil – Prof Borg said that said event “serves as a testament that anything is possible, even in the face of despair and against all odds.”
“Life on (and off) earth deserves better,” he concluded.
Stuart Vella Bonello marks next career step as Director in Advisory at KPMG Malta
‘Thank you to everyone who supported me and challenged me,’ he wrote.
Meet Cyana: New Greek rooftop restaurant opens this Saturday October 10 at Hard Rock Hotel Malta
Book now for Greek flavours, Mediterranean views and sunset cocktails await at this new rooftop destination in St Julian’s.
Donald Vella to take over as Managing Partner at Camilleri Preziosi Advocates in 2027
Louis de Gabriele will be stepping down from this role after five years.
Emma Pisani joins payabl as Head of Partnerships
Emma Pisani has served in numerous senior roles such as VP Commercial at BridgerPay and Chief Commercial Officer at Truevo.
