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Servizzi Ewropej f’Malta Holds EU Funding Training for Enterprises
Company representatives and self-employed individuals attended training on project development and EU funding applications organised by Servizzi Ewropej f’Malta.
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Labour Party Welcomes Moody’s Retention of Malta’s A2 Rating
The Labour Party said Moody’s had retained Malta’s A2 credit rating with prospects of economic stability following the government’s Budget.
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Minister Silvio Schembri Discusses Business Tax Cut During Neural AI Visit
Minister Silvio Schembri outlined a reduction in tax on reinvested profits during a Labour Party delegation’s visit to Neural AI in San Ġwann.
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Minister Silvio Schembri Presents Ten Economic Initiatives Following Budget
Minister Silvio Schembri presented ten initiatives, including a tax reduction for small companies retaining or reinvesting profits and funding for digitalisation.
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Third Malta Boat Show Opens at Dockyard Creek
The third Malta Boat Show runs from 29 October to 1 November in Kottonera, with around 70 exhibitors and more than 150 boats and yachts.
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Prime Minister Robert Abela Inaugurates Buddha-Bar Malta
Prime Minister Robert Abela inaugurated Buddha-Bar Malta, a private investment of more than €6 million with around 250 dining places.
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Prime Minister Robert Abela Inaugurates €10 Million GiMAS Facility in Ħal Far
Prime Minister Robert Abela inaugurated a GiMAS Malta Heavy Industries Ltd facility in Ħal Far, which the Office of the Prime Minister said would initially employ just over 40 workers.
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Prime Minister Robert Abela Outlines Budget 2027 Measures
Prime Minister Robert Abela said Budget 2027 would maintain stable energy and fuel prices, improve family incomes and support investment in technology and productivity.
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MBB Anniversary Event Discusses Maltese Business Priorities in EU Single Market
Discussions at the Malta Business Bureau’s 30th anniversary business breakfast covered digital innovation, environmental requirements and the conditions facing businesses on islands.
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Robert Abela Visits SYBAss Following Its Relocation to Malta
Prime Minister Robert Abela outlined the Government’s maritime ambitions during a visit to SYBAss, which has relocated its headquarters and legal office to Malta.
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EY Survey Finds 81% of Foreign Investors View Malta Favourably for Investment
According to the Malta Attractiveness Survey 2026, 81% of foreign investors consider Malta attractive for foreign direct investment, while nine in ten companies intend to maintain or expand their operations next year.
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Robert Abela Visits Hard Rock Hotel Malta, a €350 Million Investment
Prime Minister Robert Abela visited Hard Rock Hotel Malta, a db Group investment of around €350 million, and discussed employment opportunities and tourism priorities.
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BSS Olive Processing Facility in Rabat Inaugurated After Investment of Over €930,000
A BSS olive processing project in Rabat worth over €930,000 is co-financed by European funds under Malta's Common Agricultural Policy Strategic Plan.
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Finance Ministry Reports 86% Implementation of Budget 2026 Measures
The Finance Ministry and the Office of the Principal Permanent Secretary said implementation of Budget 2026 measures stood at 86%, with around 90% expected by year-end.
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MCCAA Hosts Discussion on Digital Standards for World Standards Day
The MCCAA brought together industry representatives, standards experts, regulators and academics to discuss the transition to digitally enabled standards.
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Abela Links Economic Stability to Investment at Eterna Group Launch
Prime Minister Robert Abela said economic stability supports business investment while addressing the launch of Eterna Group, which employs around 6,600 people.
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Robert Abela Meets MEA Representatives Ahead of Budget 2027
Prime Minister Robert Abela met MEA representatives at Castille for consultation ahead of Budget 2027, discussing investment, working conditions and training.
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Robert Abela Opens €1.5 Million Brewery at Ta’ Qali Crafts Village
Prime Minister Robert Abela attended the official opening of Takali Brewing Company, a €1.5 million investment supported through Malta Enterprise’s Business Development Scheme.
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MTA and Trip.Com Group Sign Tourism Cooperation Agreement for 2026–2029
The Malta Tourism Authority and Trip.com Group have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at promoting Malta internationally, particularly in China and Asia, according to the Tourism Ministry.
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Malta Hosts WTTC Global Summit with More than 1,000 International Delegates
More than 1,000 international delegates and 190 journalists are gathering in Malta for the WTTC Global Summit, with investment, connectivity and sustainability among the topics on the agenda.
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ACE Survey Finds 59% of Catering Operators Reported Stable or Higher Sales
An ACE survey covering more than 450 establishments found that 59% of operators reported stable or higher sales in the first half of 2026, while 51% reported stable or improved profitability.
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Abela Visits Adpro-Instruments as Company Marks 25 Years in Malta
During Robert Abela’s visit, Adpro-Instruments managing director Jesmond Desira said the company had expanded manufacturing in Malta to include customer-specific sensor units previously produced only in Germany.
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PN Cites Survey Showing Stagnant or Falling Profits for 55% of Family Businesses
The PN said a Malta Chamber survey conducted with EMCS showed that 55% of family businesses had seen no profit growth or declining profits despite higher turnover.
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Robert Abela Meets Delta Air Lines and BlackRock in New York
Prime Minister Robert Abela discussed a possible extension of the New York–Malta route into 2027 with Delta Air Lines and investment opportunities with BlackRock.
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Robert Abela Meets Chamber of Commerce Ahead of Budget 2027
Prime Minister Robert Abela met Chamber of Commerce representatives at the Auberge de Castille to discuss proposals ahead of Budget 2027.
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Tourist Arrivals Exceed 2.1 Million in First Half of 2026
Tourist arrivals exceeded 2.1 million in the first six months of 2026, according to figures presented at an MHRA conference attended by Tourism Minister Jo Etienne Abela.
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Abela Meets SME Chamber Representatives Ahead of Budget 2027
Prime Minister Robert Abela discussed continued energy support with SME Chamber representatives, who presented proposals during a consultation on Budget 2027.
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Government Announces Financial and Legal Aid for Young Start-Up Founders
Young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 30 will receive financial assistance and refunds for incorporation and legal fees under a new joint initiative by the MBR and Malta Enterprise.
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Government to Distribute €27 Million in Social Benefits to 62,600 Families
The Ministry for Social Policy and the Family has announced that 62,600 families will receive nearly €27 million in social benefits this weekend.
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MCCAA Launches New ImportaMT Pre-Import Verification Service for Businesses
The Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority has launched ImportaMT, a new digital pre-import verification service to help importers check product compliance documentation before shipping.