What important economic decision did Gonzi make that was not popular?
Privatising Malta shipyards
Halting tourism
Increasing VAT
Establishing trade connections with China
Answer
The privatisation of Malta shipyards was an important economic decision made by Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi in 2004. It was not popular with the workers and trade unions, as it resulted in the loss of jobs. However, the government argued that it was necessary to make the shipyards more competitive, and that the privatisation would lead to greater investment and job creation in the long run.
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