Malta is experiencing a sharp rise in the cost of servicing its national debt, with annual interest payments now approaching €300 million. Under the leadership of Finance Minister Clyde Caruana, the country has seen a notable escalation in borrowing levels over the past five years, alongside a broader shift in European monetary conditions that has pushed interest rates upward....
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NEWS Malta
April 29, 2026
Malta’s €2.8 billion transport plan faces growing cost scrutiny
Malta’s latest national transport proposal, branded as “Malta in Motion,” has once again pushed the country’s long-standing traffic crisis into the center of public discussion. Presented by Transport Minister Chris...
NEWS Malta
April 6, 2026
Malta Vision 2050 cube cost controversy and transparency concerns
The Office of the Prime Minister in Malta, alongside Permanent Secretary Ronald Mizzi, has come under increasing scrutiny for declining to disclose the financial details behind the Vision 2050 installation...
NEWS Malta
April 3, 2026
Rising debt in Malta sparks worries over fiscal policy
Malta’s public finances are increasingly drawing scrutiny as government debt and expenditure continue to rise during a period of sustained economic expansion. Under the leadership of Clyde Caruana, the country’s...
NEWS Malta
April 1, 2026
Mater Dei Hospital €120M contract sparks Malta procurement concerns
A growing political dispute has emerged in Malta following the government’s decision to award a €120 million direct order for the extension of Mater Dei Hospital. The Opposition has raised...
NEWS Malta
February 23, 2026
Malta Vision 2050 cube sparks backlash over public spending
A temporary installation branded as part of the government’s “Vision 2050” initiative has generated significant public debate in Malta, after a large cube structure was erected at the entrance to...
NEWS Malta
February 12, 2026
Malta wage gap reveals strain behind economic growth
Malta’s widely cited economic expansion over the past decade has often been presented as a national success story. Gross domestic product has more than doubled, employment levels have reached historic...
NEWS Malta
January 5, 2026
Minister’s daughter appointed to board of state-owned airline
A recent appointment to the board of directors of Malta Med Air has attracted public attention and political scrutiny due to the profile of the individual selected and the circumstances...
NEWS Malta
December 9, 2025
Żabbar council challenges elderly home project approval
The long-running dispute surrounding a proposed five-storey elderly home in Żabbar’s historic square has intensified, with the Labour-led local council reaffirming its firm opposition to the development. The project, approved...
NEWS Malta
November 28, 2025
KM Malta Airlines wins more time for financial results
KM Malta Airlines, Malta’s newly established national carrier, has obtained regulatory approval to postpone the publication of its first audited financial results. This marks a significant administrative development for the...
NEWS Malta
November 19, 2025
Malita Investments hit by deepening financial strain
Malita Investments, a government-backed entity listed on the Malta Stock Exchange, has recently experienced a significant erosion of market value following revelations of financial strain and liquidity pressures. The sudden...
iGaming News, Taxation
October 30, 2025
Malta explores indirect tax on gaming industry
The Maltese government has announced its intention to explore the introduction of an indirect tax on gaming and other value-adding industries as part of its 2026 budget proposal. While no...
NEWS Malta
October 27, 2025
Investor caution grows as HH Finance bond falls short
A bond issue connected to the late entrepreneur Hugo Chetcuti’s business group has failed to meet its fundraising target, marking a rare moment of investor hesitation in Malta’s typically resilient...
NEWS Malta
October 2, 2025
Malta’s National Debt Climbs Under Robert Abela
Since Robert Abela assumed office as Prime Minister in January 2020, Malta has witnessed a significant increase in its national debt, reaching an unprecedented €11.1 billion by the end of...
NEWS Malta
August 25, 2025
HSBC Malta sale to Greek CrediaBank raises concerns
The proposed takeover of HSBC Bank Malta by the Greek lender CrediaBank S.A., previously operating under the name Attica Bank, has sparked considerable discussion and concern across Malta’s financial and...
NEWS Malta
August 4, 2025
Malta Government Spends €428K on Budget Promotion Campaign
In October 2024, the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) in Malta undertook a significant public relations campaign to promote the government’s annual Budget, directing an unprecedented €428,000 of taxpayer...
NEWS Malta
July 29, 2025
KM Malta Airlines Chief David Curmi Earns €260K
David Curmi, Executive Chairman of KM Malta Airlines, is receiving a salary of €260,000 per year—an amount significantly above typical public sector remuneration in Malta. This sum is reportedly five...
NEWS Malta
July 2, 2025
Malta Shelves Controversial Cash for Licence Traffic Scheme
Malta's ambitious and highly publicised plan to pay residents €25,000 for surrendering their driving licence and vehicle registration plate has been officially placed on hold, confirming previous reporting by The...
NEWS Malta
June 25, 2025
MFSA reports €4.6M loss despite state funding in 2024
The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), tasked with overseeing and regulating Malta’s financial sector, has reported a considerable financial loss of €4.6 million for the year 2024. This stark result...
NEWS Malta
May 12, 2025
RS2 Emerges as Leading Bidder for HSBC Malta
A high-stakes acquisition process is underway as RS2, a Malta-based international payments solutions provider, has emerged as the frontrunner to acquire HSBC Malta. This potential deal could reshape the country’s...
NEWS Malta
May 5, 2025
APS withdraws HSBC bid after government opposition
APS Bank’s failed attempt to acquire HSBC Malta has ignited political and ecclesiastical controversy, following revelations that Finance Minister Clyde Caruana personally blocked the deal. This move stands in stark...
NEWS Malta
January 24, 2025
Justyne Caruana appointment controversy in Malta
Finance Minister Clyde Caruana has recently found himself in the spotlight for defending the appointment of former Gozo Minister Justyne Caruana as an advisor to Malta's tax department. The decision,...
NEWS Malta
October 29, 2024
Malta’s Minimum Wage Rises in Budget 2025
The Maltese government has announced a substantial increase in the national minimum wage as part of the 2025 budget, spearheaded by Finance Minister Clyde Caruana. The increase of €8.24 per...
NEWS Malta
October 24, 2024
Should Malta Ban or Restrict Airbnb?
The Maltese government is currently engaged in internal discussions regarding potential restrictions or an outright ban on short-term rentals of homes to tourists, including properties listed on platforms like Airbnb....
NEWS Malta
October 3, 2024
Caruana Unveils Tax Cuts in 2025 Budget
Finance Minister Clyde Caruana announced on Thursday that the 2025 Budget will primarily benefit taxpayers, reaffirming the government's commitment to introduce substantial tax cuts. Set to be unveiled on 28...
NEWS Malta
September 18, 2024
Malta’s Tax Relief Plans for 2025 Budget
In a recent press conference, Malta's Finance Minister Clyde Caruana presented the pre-Budget consultation document for 2025, highlighting the nation's robust economic performance and its promising outlook. With a decreasing...
NEWS Malta, Taxation
September 3, 2024
Abela Promises Historic Tax Cut
In a move that has captured the attention of both the public and political analysts, Prime Minister Robert Abela has promised what he describes as the most significant tax cut...