The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (hereinafter referred to as "EFRAG") has launched two public consultations on the draft XBRL Taxonomy for ESRS...

Malta has once again reinforced its reputation as a leading maritime flag state, securing a position among the world's top ten in the latest International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)...

A free 90-minute webinar is being organised by the Employment Law Alliance on Wednesday, 21st January entitled "Year in Review: Key U.S. Labor and Employment Developments in 2014 and What to Expect in 2015."

In recent years, the financial sector has undoubtedly experienced a rise in crowdfunding services. Nonetheless, despite its popularity, this alternative method of raising capital, or venture...

At the end of 2015, the European Parliament approved an amendment to the regulation on Community trademarks.

By the end of January 2016, the European Commission will have proposed a new set of rules to mitigate corporate tax avoidance, as part of its strategy to fight illegal or dubious taxation practices carried out by multinational companies.

The Conduct Supervisory Unit within the MFSA carried out a compliance review of Trusts and Fiducaries in 2015.

On the 21st of February 2023, Legal Notice 41 of 2023 named ‘Companies Act (Public Companies - Annual General Meetings) (Repeal) Regulations, 2023' (the "Repealing Regulation") was published.

Malta has confirmed revised social security contribution thresholds that will apply from the 1st of January 2026. The new figures represent a moderate upward adjustment...

Starting from the 4th of April 2025, employees in Malta will have access to thirty-two (32) hours of urgent family leave per year, which is double the previous allowance of fifteen (15) hours.

The two prime ministers met in order to discuss various issues that can benefit the people of both countries.

Late in January 2021, the Malta Financial Services Authority published amendments to the Conduct of Business Rulebook (the "Rulebook") targeting the securities sector.

On 2nd September 2021, the MFSA issued a Circular on amendments made to the Conduct of Business Rulebook (the ‘Rulebook') applicable to Regulated Persons.

This consultation documents explains how the MFSA plans to transpose the provisions of the Directive.

In 2014, the number of residence permits issued by Identity Malta, the agency in charge of Malta's residence programme, rose by over 50%, reaching a record high of 13,800 permits.

Maltese minister for the Economy, Investment and Small Business, has attended the Malta Day celebrations that took place in Dubai on the 51st anniversary since Malta became independent.

On the 20th of April 2023, the European Union Parliament approved the final text of MiCA, the latter of which aims to harmonise and provide for a consolidated regulatory framework...

2015 proved to be a remarkably good year for Malta's Aviation Industry as consistent growth was recorded throughout last year.

The Merchant Shipping Directorate within Transport Malta has recently issued new Measurement Guidelines for Yachts and Other Types of Vessels (the ‘Guidelines') which are to be read and construed in conjunction with ...

An auspiciously-timed revolution in Malta's financial services industry has seen the country emerge as one of the EU's most attractive finance centres...