Malta: Government Policy & Public Finance

The European Union is advancing toward the establishment of a digital euro, a central bank digital currency designed to complement physical cash while preserving privacy and ensuring universal payment access. With the European Parliament backing the initiative and the Council setting a 2029 issuance target, the proposed regulation introduces legal tender status, holding limits, and dual online-offline functionality that must harmonize with upcoming payment services legislation. As trilogue negotiations prog

For international founders looking to establish innovative, sustainable startups, Malta is becoming one of Europe's most attractive destinations. The Malta Startup Residence Programme provides access to funding, resources, and residency to facilitate international founders' ability to start and grow their startups.

The Minister of Finance, the Economy and Investment, the Hon. Mr. Tonio Fenech delivered the 2013 Budget Speech on the 28th November 2012.