Opposition leader Alex Borg has announced a public discussion on Malta’s cultural and creative sectors this Sunday, following the recent controversy surrounding Culture Minister Malcolm Paul Agius Galea’s comments about artists. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lovin Malta (@lovinmalta)In a video message, Borg said he had listened to concerns raised over the past few hours and was now taking action.“You spoke to us, we listened and we acted,” he said.The announcement comes amid criticism of Agius Galea, whose recent remarks about the creative sector sparked backlash from artists and cultural organisations.The minister had described his first months overseeing the culture portfolio as “traumatic”, while making comments about artists viewing themselves as God’s gift to the world.Prime Minister Robert Abela subsequently acknowledged that the minister’s words had been insensitive and had hurt people working in the sector.Borg is now inviting everyone involved in Malta’s creative economy to participate in a discussion about the industry’s future.The meeting will take place at the Mediterranean College of Sports this Sunday, 15th November, at 11am.Borg said the discussion would focus on the opportunities available to the sector, the challenges it faces and ways to strengthen it moving forward.He stressed the importance of bringing people together to discuss an industry that plays a significant role in Malta’s economy and cultural identity.“We know the challenges, we know the opportunities,” Borg said, encouraging those working in the creative sector to attend.Instagram Video: Alex Borg•