Times of Malta journalist Ramona Depares was honoured for her contribution to culture by Irish Ambassador Jim Hennessy during an event at the embassy in Ta’ Xbiex. The embassy prides itself on taking an active interest in the promotion of cultural events in Malta. Present for the occasion were Irish and Maltese artists, writers and other creatives. Pictured (from left the Irish Ambassador, Ms Depares, sculptor Sallyann Morgan and JCI Ireland president Derek Reilly.