16

Sep

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 16 September 2026

Updated 1150 Cabinet Approves Permanent Stamp Duty Cut on Family Business Transfers: Cabinet has approved a permanent reduction in stamp duty on business transfers between family members, cutting the rate…

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15

Sep

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 15 September 2026

Updated 1200 Malta Slips to 15th in EU Minimum Wage Rankings as Eastern Economies Surge: Malta has fallen from eighth to 15th among the 22 EU countries with statutory minimum…

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14

Sep

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Monday 14 September 2026

Updated 1100 ECB Raises Interest Rates as Energy Costs Keep Inflation in Focus: The European Central Bank will raise its three key interest rates by 0.25 percentage points from 16…

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11

Sep

Malta News Briefing – Friday 11 September 2026

Morning Briefing Abela, Costa discuss EU budget, migration and Ukraine in Malta Prime Minister Robert Abela and European Council President António Costa discussed the EU’s long-term budget, competitiveness, migration, Ukraine…

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10

Sep

Malta News Briefing – Thursday 10 September 2026

Morning Briefing Abela outlines first 100 days of government, unveils startup, AI and social measures Prime Minister Robert Abela said the government’s first 100 days have delivered steady progress based…

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09

Sep

Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 9 September 2026

Morning Briefing Malta eyes €744m film studios redevelopment Malta is seeking a private operator to redevelop and manage the Malta Film Studios in Kalkara under a 65-year concession estimated to…

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06

Sep

Updated -Malta News Briefing – Monday 7 September 2026

Updated 1220 nech Acquittal Sheds Light on Controversial Moments Behind Trial’s Media Bans: Yorgen Fenech was acquitted on Wednesday of masterminding the assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia after a…

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04

Sep

Malta News Briefing – Friday 4 September 2026

Morning Briefing Court orders police to examine new evidence after Fenech acquittal The Criminal Court has ordered police to examine testimony heard during Yorgen Fenech’s murder trial to determine whether…

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03

Sep

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Thursday 3 September 2026

Updated1115 Government backs institutions as PN demands answers after Fenech acquittal: The government said it remains committed to ensuring justice is served, stressing that institutions have received the resources needed…

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02

Sep

Update – Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 2 September 2026

Updated 1200 Fiscal Council Warns Malta’s Deficit Could Exceed Government Forecast: The Malta Fiscal Advisory Council has warned that Malta’s public finances face a heightened risk of a larger-than-projected deficit…

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01

Sep

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 1 September 2026

Updated 1200 Malta Economy Shows Modest July Improvement as Tourism and Lending Support Growth: Malta’s economic activity improved slightly in July but remained marginally below its long-term average, according to…

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31

Aug

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Monday 31 August 2026

Updated 1145 Malta’s Registered Unemployment Rises Year-on-Year in July: Malta recorded 1,319 registered unemployed people in July 2026, an increase of 307 compared with July 2025, according to the National…

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28

Aug

Malta News Briefing – Friday 28 August 2026

Morning Briefing Yorgen Fenech defence closes as prosecution begins final submissions The defence in Yorgen Fenech’s trial by jury closed its case on Wednesday after calling three witnesses, paving the…

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27

Aug

Malta News Briefing – Thursday 27 August 2026

Morning Briefing Defence tells jurors ‘all roads lead to Keith Schembri’ Defence lawyer Charles Mercieca has urged jurors in Yorgen Fenech’s trial to acquit his client if they have any…

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26

Aug

Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 26 August 2026

Morning Briefing Hotel guests surge but shorter stays hit occupancy Malta’s hotels and other collective accommodation establishments welcomed significantly more guests during the second quarter of 2026, but a growing…

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25

Aug

Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 25 August 2026

Morning Briefing Fenech claims Schembri was ‘hellbent’ on Daphne murder Yorgen Fenech told jurors that former OPM chief of staff Keith Schembri was “obsessed” and “hellbent” on seeing Daphne Caruana…

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24

Aug

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Monday 24 August 2026

Updated 1200pm GWU Rejects Robot Waiters as Solution to Malta’s Hospitality Labour Shortage: The General Workers’ Union (GWU) has rejected the use of robot waiters as a solution to labour…

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21

Aug

Malta News Briefing – Friday 21 August 2026

Morning Briefing Maltese economy forecast to grow by 3.8% this year Malta’s economy is expected to remain resilient, with GDP projected to grow by 3.8% in 2026, according to the…

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20

Aug

Malta News Briefing – Thursday 20 August 2026

Morning Briefing MFSA highlights reporting and governance weaknesses in financial sector Regulatory reporting and weaknesses in governance and client-fund safeguards remain key areas of concern for Malta’s financial services sector,…

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07

Aug

Malta News Briefing – Friday 7 August 2026

Morning Briefing St George’s Bay tops list of Malta’s most polluted beaches St George’s Bay has been ranked as Malta’s most polluted beach this summer, according to an analysis of…

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06

Aug

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Thursday 6 August 2026

Updated 0940 Malta Employers Calls for Long-Term Infrastructure Strategy after Power Outages: Malta Employers has renewed its call for a coordinated, long-term infrastructure strategy, arguing that recent electricity outages highlight…

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05

Aug

Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 5 August 2026

Morning Briefing Messages reveal close ties between Yorgen Fenech and former Deputy Police Commissioner Evidence presented in court in the trial against Yorgen Fenech has shed further light on the…

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04

Aug

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 4 August 2026

Updated 1020 Enemalta Highlights €141 Million Investment after Heatwave Power Cuts: Enemalta has defended its investment in Malta’s electricity distribution network following last month’s heatwave, highlighting a reduction in outage…

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03

Aug

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Monday 3 August 2026

Updated 1130 Malta's Economy Stays Strong in Early 2026 Despite Slower Growth: Malta's economy continued to grow strongly in the first quarter of 2026, although at a slower pace than…

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31

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Friday 31 July 2026

Updated 1030am APS Bank Posts Record €23.9 Million First-Half Profit: APS Bank reported a record pre-tax profit of €23.9 million for the first half of 2026, up from €9.1 million…

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30

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Thursday 30 July 2026

Updated 1105 Chamber Calls for Economic Shift towards Productivity and Competitiveness: The Malta Chamber has called for a long-term economic vision focused on productivity, competitiveness and stronger governance, warning that…

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29

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 29 July 2026

Updated 1010 Malta’s R&D Spending Rises to €140 Million in 2024, NSO Data Shows: Malta’s research and development (R&D) expenditure increased to €140.2 million in 2024, up €19.2 million from…

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28

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 28 July 2026

Updated 0850 Parliament begins Summer Recess After Approving Two Bills Linked to EU funds: Parliament rose for its summer recess on Monday after MPs approved two Bills tied to Malta's…

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27

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Monday 27 July 2026

Updated 1105 Abela defends equality reforms as Borg says PN walk-out gave ‘voice to the voiceless’: Prime Minister Robert Abela defended the government’s Equality Bill after the Opposition walked out…

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24

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Friday 24 July 2026

Updated 1256 Police Officer Seriously Injured in Ta' Giorni Shooting A police officer was seriously injured in a shooting at a construction site in Ta' Giorni on Friday morning following…

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23

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Thursday 23 July 2026

Updated 1155 Parliament Unanimously Backs Constitutional Protection for Disability Rights: Parliament has unanimously approved constitutional amendments adding disability as a protected characteristic under Malta’s Constitution, strengthening legal safeguards against discrimination…

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22

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 22 July 2026

Updated 1250 Malta Hits Record 713MW Power Demand as Heatwave Triggers Widespread Outages: Malta recorded a record 713MW electricity demand on Tuesday, surpassing the previous peak of 663MW in 2023,…

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21

Jul

Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 21 July 2026

Morning Briefing Manoel Island Marina to Remain as Government Rules Out Further Development Prime Minister Robert Abela said the Manoel Island marina and yacht yard will remain in operation, but…

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20

Jul

Malta News Briefing – Monday 20 July 2026

Morning Briefing EU Report Highlights Progress but Raises Corruption Concerns in Malta Malta has improved resources dedicated to tackling corruption but continues to struggle to secure a strong record of…

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17

Jul

Malta News Briefing – Friday 17 July 2026

Morning Briefing PN, PL clash over population policy and Vision 2050 planning The Nationalist Party and the Labour Party have exchanged sharp criticism over Malta's population policy, with both accusing…

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16

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Thursday 16 July 2026

Updated 1000 Finance Minister stands by 800,000 population forecast despite Abela’s rejection: Finance Minister Clyde Caruana has reaffirmed his projection that Malta’s population could reach 800,000 by 2040, despite Prime…

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15

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 15 July 2026

Updated 1030 Traffic Gridlock Is Undermining Productivity and Competitiveness: The Malta Chamber of Commerce has warned that persistent traffic congestion is harming Malta’s productivity, economy, competitiveness and quality of life,…

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14

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 14 July 2026

Updated 1300 Malta Airport Records Best-Ever First Half with 5.2 Million Passengers: Malta International Airport recorded its strongest-ever first half of the year, welcoming 5.2 million passengers between January and…

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13

Jul

Malta News Briefing – Monday 13 July 2026

Morning Briefing Population growth to continue at slower pace, says Abela Prime Minister Robert Abela has said Malta’s population will continue to grow over the coming years, but at a…

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10

Jul

Malta News Briefing – Friday 10 July 2026

Morning Briefing Malta's population grows to more than 588,000 as TCN migration increases Malta's population reached an estimated 588,254 by the end of 2025, marking a 2.4% increase compared with…

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09

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Thursday 9th July 2026

Updated 1100 Malta leads EU in daily generative AI use Malta has emerged as the European Union’s top user of generative artificial intelligence, with adoption rates significantly above the bloc…

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08

Jul

Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 8 July 2026

Morning Briefing Five Farrugia Brothers Cleared in Enemalta Oil Scandal Case Five Farrugia brothers have been acquitted of complicity in corruption after a court ruled they were victims, rather than…

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07

Jul

Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 7 July 2026

Morning Briefing Fenech and Schembri discussed pardon draft, jury told Messages exchanged between Yorgen Fenech and former OPM chief of staff Keith Schembri about "tweaking" a draft presidential pardon agreement…

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06

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Monday 6 July 2026

Updated 1230 Fenech Trial Focuses on Alleged Escape Attempt as Jury Sees Messages in Yorgen Fenech Case The jury hearing the trial of Yorgen Fenech today focused heavily on alleged…

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03

Jul

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Friday 3 July 2026

Updated 1020 Benna Raises Milk Prices Again as Production Costs Climb: Malta Dairy Products Ltd has increased the prices of several Benna dairy products for the second time in a…

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02

Jul

Malta News Briefing – Thursday 2 July 2026

Morning Briefing Yorgen Fenech trial over Daphne Caruana Galizia murder begins The long-awaited trial by jury of Yorgen Fenech over the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia opened on Wednesday,…

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01

Jul

Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 1 July 2026

Morning Briefing Gozo’s fully electric bus fleet records 11% rise in passenger numbers One month after the full electrification of Gozo’s public transport network, the island’s bus service has recorded…

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30

Jun

Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 30 June 2026

Morning Briefing PM outlines seven new laws as government sets legislative agenda Prime Minister Robert Abela has announced that seven new laws will be introduced during the current legislature, outlining…

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26

Jun

Malta News Briefing – Friday 26 June 2026

Morning Briefing Court Clears Way for €78 Million Evans Building Redevelopment A Court of Appeal ruling has reinstated Valletta Luxury Projects' concession to redevelop the historic Evans Building, overturning previous…

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25

Jun

Malta News Briefing – Thursday 25 June 2026

Morning Briefing PM says economic success must not be taken for grantedPrime Minister Robert Abela has warned that Malta’s economic success cannot be taken for granted, stressing that poor policy…

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24

Jun

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 24 June 2026

Updated 1130 Foreign Demand Fuels Strong Growth in Gozo Tourism Sector Despite Rising Costs: Gozo’s tourism sector enjoyed a strong 2025, with 56% of operators reporting improved business performance and…

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23

Jun

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 23 June 2026

Updated 1200 Parliament Opens New Legislature with Government, Opposition Setting Out Priorities: Malta’s 15th legislature since independence opened with MPs outlining their priorities for the next five years. Deputy Prime…

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22

Jun

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Monday 22 June 2026

Updated 1255 Shoreline Mall Seeks Two-Year Extension on €14 Million Bond Repayment: Operators of the Shoreline shopping mall at SmartCity Malta have asked bondholders to approve a two-year extension of…

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19

Jun

Malta News Briefing – Friday 19 June 2026

Morning Briefing Political Leaders Attend Key Brussels Meetings on Europe’s Future Prime Minister Robert Abela and Opposition Leader Alex Borg are both in Brussels this week, taking part in high-level…

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18

Jun

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Thursday 18 June 2026

Updated 1145 €7.5 Million Allocated to Final Phase of Heritage Restoration Scheme The government has announced the reopening of the Irrestawra Darek scheme for Malta's eastern region, allocating €6.5 million…

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17

Jun

Update – Malta News Briefing – Wednesday 17 June 2026

Updated 1205 Central Bank Sees Malta Growth Holding Firm Despite Middle East Risks: The Central Bank forecasts Malta’s economy will grow by 3.7% in 2026, 3.6% in 2027 and 3.8%…

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16

Jun

Updated – Malta News Briefing – Tuesday 16 June 2026

Updated 1220 PN Casual Elections Bring New Faces and Parliamentary Returns: The Nationalist Party’s casual elections filled seven parliamentary seats vacated by candidates elected on multiple districts. Newcomers Andrew Agius,…

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