SME Malta 15-04-2004 SME’s are the backbone of the EU’s economy European Union ambassador to Malta Ronald Gallimore yesterday said that small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were the backbone of the EU’s economy. Speaking at a conference organised jointly by the…… Sign in or Upgrade to Continue Reading This news article is over 10 days old. Subscribe today to access all articles with an annual subscription. Become a member Learn more Already a subscriber? Log in here