AMLA’s BWRA Consultation: Setting EU‑Wide Standards For Risk Assessment

The European Union is prohibiting cash payments that exceed ten thousand euro (€10,000), or the equivalent in national currency, with full application from 10th July 2027.

The European Commission has proposed a Public Procurement Act that would fundamentally transform how government contracts are awarded across the EU. This Regulation would replace three existing Directives with a single set of binding rules, introducing mandatory quality criteria, expanded negotiation rights, and a unified digital procurement system.

On the 24th of July 2025, Act XXI of 2025, the Maltese Citizenship (Amendment) Act (the "Amendment Act") was enacted, introducing a number of amendments to the Maltese Citizenship Act...

Malta's inclusion on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)'s list of Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring (also known as they ‘grey list') in June 2021 raised quite a...

The European Union has proposed a comprehensive Public Procurement Act that would consolidate over fifty scattered provisions into a single Regulation, fundamentally transforming how public contracts are awarded across Member States. This reform introduces flexible procurement procedures, digital marketplace integration, and a mandatory emphasis on quality over price, while implementing new security requirements and reducing barriers for SMEs. With public procurement representing 15% of EU GDP, these change

Malta's Parliament is considering significant amendments to its foreign direct investment screening framework through Bill No 172. The proposed changes aim to clarify notification requirements, define portfolio investment exclusions, and restructure the institutional framework governing the National Foreign Direct Investment Screening Office, bringing Malta's regime into closer alignment with EU regulations.

The Department of Justice said Robert Faiella, known as BTCKing, and Charlie Shrem from BitInstant.com have both been charged with money laundering.

The Water Services Corporation has issued a major tender for the design, construction and commissioning of a new reverse osmosis desalination plant in Pembroke, Malta, with a nominal capacity of 11,200 m³ per day. The procurement follows EU Directive 2014/25/EU procedures and requires the existing plant to remain operational throughout the project's 100-week completion period. Economic operators must navigate extensive technical requirements covering reverse-osmosis systems, electrical infrastructure,

The Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA) has issued a final report that includes two draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTSs).

The concession, issued under reference MFC/1/2026, will be awarded on a build, finance, operate and transfer (“BFOT”) basis. The successful tenderer will be responsible for financing and developing new film-production facilities on a site measuring approximately 92,400 square metres, operating the studios throughout the concession period and transferring the facilities back to the contracting authority upon its expiry.

Malta's Permanent Residence Programme offers non-EU nationals a lawful route to European residence through property investment and government contributions totalling €99,000. Recent amendments introduced in 2025...

Maltese citizenship law in 2026 offers five distinct routes to citizenship: descent, registration, standard naturalisation, merit-based naturalisation, and dual citizenship provisions.

Malta's nationality law includes a discretionary framework for acquiring Maltese citizenship recognising individuals who have rendered or will render exceptional services to the country.

The Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) remains a structured, rules-based permanent residence pathway...

Growing numbers of American citizens are exploring permanent residence options in Europe, with Malta's Permanent Residence Programme emerging as an attractive pathway. This comprehensive guide examines how US citizens can obtain permanent residence in an English-speaking EU Member State through qualifying investment, while maintaining their primary residence in America and gaining long-term flexibility to live and travel throughout the Schengen Area.

As the European Union's landmark AI Act nears its enforcement date of 2 August 2025, the European Commission has released long-awaited guidelines clarifying the scope of obligations for providers of general-purpose AI (GPAI) models.

Malta has concluded over 80 double tax treaties with major trading partners worldwide to eliminate double taxation on both passive and active income.

The Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) 2025 continues to evolve, offering a streamlined and attractive pathway for non-EU nationals and their families to secure permanent residence in Malta.

Malta's Individual Tax Programme consolidates special tax status for international residents, retirees and UN pensioners from January 2027, offering a 15% rate on qualifying foreign income received in Malta. With minimum annual tax ranging from €15,000 to €35,000 depending on category, the programme requires qualifying property, medical insurance and compliance with specific eligibility conditions across four distinct resident categories.

Family businesses face complex challenges when transferring wealth and control across generations. This analysis explores the intersection of legal structures and family dynamics that determine whether succession planning succeeds or fails, examining how trusts, foundations and governance frameworks can preserve business continuity while managing intergenerational relationships.