Embassy of Malta in the People's Republic of China

22/04/2026

More than 26,000 visitors are estimated to have visited this year’s EU Culture Street, which was held on 17-18 April in Hangzhou. This annual feast of EU culture sees EU Member States setting up booths with products from their countries and musical bands and musicians show off the best of Europe. The Embassy of Malta in Beijing, together with the Consulate General of Malta in Shanghai, jointly cooperated to organise a very successful Maltese booth in this year’s event. In collaboration with the Shanghai Industrial and Commercial Polytechnic (SICP), a school that hosts an Institute of Tourism Studies (ITS) campus, the opportunity was taken to showcase Malta’s rich culinary heritage as part of Europe’s cultural diversity. Besides tourism promotional material the Maltese booth offered two fresh non-alcoholic drinks, expertly prepared by students; Radiant Fizz (a refreshing summer experience with a hint of Mediterranean bitter notes) and Ruġġjata tal-Lewz (an almond sweet taste which for many Maltese reminds them of summer). The booth proved immensely popular, especially in the hot and humid weather of Southern China, with a queue forming even before the event started on the second day. Big thanks go to Institute for Tourism Studies.
Affarijiet Barranin Ian Borg Institute Of Tourism Studies - ITS China Cultural Centre in Malta Consulate General of Malta in Shanghai

19/04/2026

Very happy with the success of Team Polti Visit Malta which won the team classification in the best Asian bike race the Tour of Hainan 2026

On a day less sunny than usual, the final sprint of the Tour of Hainan — won by Salby (Li Ning) — saw Tommaso Bessega finish 12th, with Team Polti VisitMalta placing four riders in the GC top-20: Thomas Pesenti 3rd thanks to podium finishes in the two most demanding stages, Fabrizio Crozzolo 8th...

16/04/2026

The 6th China International Consumer Products Expo was held in Haikou, Capital City of Hainan Province, between the 13-15th April. More than 3,400 brands from over 60 countries and regions were exhibited during the Expo, with Canada being guest country of honour. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce on the margins of the Expo organized a Roundtable on International E-Commerce Cooperation, with the theme, "Linking Free Trade, Serving the World". It highlighted Hainan Free Trade Port as a hub for cross-border e-commerce, digital trade, and high-standard international trade rules. The roundtable was co-chaired by MOFCOM Vice Minister Sheng Quiping, and Hainan Vice Governor Li Feng, saw the participation of representatives from more than 26 countries. HE John Busuttil, Ambassador of Malta to China, in his intervention established the link between Malta and Hainan, which although separated by thousands of miles, are both islands committed to free trade, and both strive to increase connectivity. Recalling the Malta China Joint Economic and Trade Commission held in Beijing in January 2026, he highlighted the signing of an MoU between Malta Freeport and the Yangpu Economic Development Zone in Hainan. The objective of the MoU is to support cooperation, which is already initiated with the establishment of a joint venture platform in Hainan of a Maltese bluefin Tuna company. Dozens of Chinese leading e-commerce platforms, shopping malls and logistics supply chains and representatives from leading enterprises such as Ali Baba, JD.com, Kuaishou, Hema, Meituan, Dingfu and others attended the event. The conference also attracted live coverage from more than 30 domestic and foreign TV media.
Affarijiet Barranin Ian Borg China News 中国新闻网

09/04/2026

The 20-member delegation from Malta led by the Mayor of Marsascala, Chev Mario Calleja, concluded their visit to China with a trip to Jingdezhen. During their stay they participated in a donation ceremony of a beautifully crafted sculpture by the renowned sculptor Professor Lu Pinchang, depicting the Chinese figure, Lu Yu (陆羽, 733 - 804) who spread across China the gospel of drinking tea. Created in China’s historic centre of porcelain, the artwork symbolises reflection, hospitality and dialogue — values shared across cultures. Originating in Jingdezhen and destined for the main townsquare of Marsascala, the statue stands as a lasting expression of cultural exchange and the enduring friendship between Malta and China. Consul Mark Fenech from the Embassy of Malta in Beijing participated in the Donation ceremony.
Affarijiet Barranin Ian Borg China Cultural Centre in Malta Mario Calleja Malta China Friendship Society

07/04/2026

Potential increased cooperation between Malta and China in the area of Chinese Traditional Medicine

04/04/2026

🇲🇹🇨🇳 On 3rd April, a 20-member delegation from Malta had the privilege of attending the 2026 Dujiangyan Water-Releasing Ceremony (都江堰放水大典) — a UNESCO-listed National Intangible Cultural Heritage festival marking the 2,282nd anniversary of one of the world's greatest ancient water conservancy projects.
Dressed in traditional Han dynasty attire, the delegation witnessed the moment when the ancient dam was cut and the rushing waters of the Minjiang River were released onto the fertile Chengdu Plain — a ritual performed for over a thousand years to celebrate the completion of annual maintenance of the irrigation system and pray for a bountiful harvest. In the afternoon, the delegation visited Dujiangyan Medical Centre to experience Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies, and China (Chengdu) & Malta Health and Wellness Industry Exchange Conference, exploring cooperation prospects between the two sides. During the evening, H.E. Ambassador John Busuttil, Ambassador of Malta to China, and Marsaskala Mayor Chev Mario Calleja joined the Dujiangyan City Promotion event and witnessed the signing of the Memorandum of Cooperation between Marsaskala and Dujiangyan City (2026–2028), opening a new chapter in the sister-city partnership first established in 2022. The Welcome Banquet — "Night of Dujiangyan" — celebrated the shared commitment to deepening cooperation in culture, tourism, education, and health & wellness over the next three years. From the Mediterranean shores of Marsaskala to the ancient waterways of Dujiangyan — two cities, two cultures, one friendship.
🙏 Grazzi lil Dujiangyan！感恩都江堰！
#都江堰放水节 #马中友谊 #友好城市 #马耳他中国友好协会
Affarijiet Barranin Ian Borg Mario Calleja Marsaskala

02/04/2026

Sejħa lill-Maltin li jgħixu barra!
Aqra Hawn taħt għal iktar informazzjoni!

Calling all Maltese living abroad!
Read below for more information!

🇲🇹 Sejħa lill-Maltin li jgħixu barra!

Ingħaqad magħna għal korsijiet online tal-Malti bħala lingwa barranija biex issaħħaħ l-ħiliet lingwistiċi u il-wirt Malti tiegħek! Jekk m’għandekx għarfien jew għandek xi għarfien limitat tal-Malti, dawn il-korsijiet interattivi huma mfassla biex jgħinuk tkabbar l-għarfien tiegħek tal-lingwa Maltija.


Għażliet tal-Kors:

➡️ MQF Livell 1 : It-Tlieta & l-Ġimgħa, 08:00 - 11:00 jew It-Tlieta & l-Ġimgħa ,16:30 - 19:30 CET CET (jibdew 2 ta' Ġunju, għal 28 lezzjoni)

➡️ MQF livell 2: It-Tlieta & l-Ġimgħa, 12:30 - 15:30 CET jew It-Tlieta & l-Ġimgħa, 16:30 - 19:30 CET (jibdew 2 ta' Ġunju, għal 28 lezzjoni)


Applika hawn: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=9dnNNLhdvEmsugH2XMpoDSLTiBixBi5IpT7yBXS0wLNUMjlHSU1WOTZKMlMzWVhKNklZT0xaUlBWNS4u

Skadenza: 19 t’April 2026

🇬🇧 Calling all Maltese living abroad!

Join our online Maltese as a Foreign Language courses to strengthen your language skills and connect with your Maltese heritage! Whether you’re a beginner or have some prior knowledge, these interactive courses are designed to help you grow your understanding of the Maltese language.

Course Options

➡️ MQF Level 1: Tuesday & Friday, 08:00 - 11:00 CET or Tuesday & Friday, 16:30 - 19:30 CET (starting June 2, for 28 lessons)

➡️ MQF Level 2: Tuesday & Friday, 12:30 - 15:30 CET or Tuesday & Friday, 16:30 - 19:30 CET (starting June 2, for 28 lessons)


Apply here: : https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=9dnNNLhdvEmsugH2XMpoDSLTiBixBi5IpT7yBXS0wLNUMjlHSU1WOTZKMlMzWVhKNklZT0xaUlBWNS4u

Deadline to Apply: 19 April 2026

01/04/2026

On March 31, 2026, the Embassy of Jamaica in Beijing collaborated with the Commonwealth Society to host a 2026 Commonwealth Day commemoration. The event featured the inauguration of a Caucus of Ambassadors from Commonwealth countries resident in Beijing tasked with working to use the Commonwealth as a platform for enhanced cooperation and dialogue among Missions. All three Ambassadors from European countries members of the Commonwealth are part of this Caucus. The event also featured a Special guest, former Prime Minister of Jamaica Bruce Golding, who delivered a message on “Building Bridges of Development: Commonwealth Partnerships and the Belt and Road Initiative”. In his speech, arguing that “the world is being dragged back to an era in which might is right”, the former Jamaica Prime Minister urged Commonwealth leaders to urgently implement long agreed reforms, arguing that the organisation must strengthen the principles that unite its members and shield itself from the influence or manipulation of any single political regime. Golding recalled that the reforms emerged from an Eminent Persons Group (EPG) established by Commonwealth Heads of Government in 2009 to review its effectiveness and operational modalities in response to serious doubts about its continued relevance. “That EPG made 106 recommendations for reform, 90 of which were adopted by the Heads of Government in 2011,” Golding said. “Most significant of these was the Commonwealth Charter, approved in 2012, that outlines the core values, principles, and commitments of the 56 member states. Of importance, too, the mandate of the Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group (CMAG), was strengthened to better address serious or persistent violations of the charter. The Deputy Prime Minister of Malta and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, the Hon Ian Borg is the current Chair of CMAG.
Affarijiet Barranin Ian Borg Commonwealth Society in Beijing The Commonwealth

23/03/2026

On 18 March 2026, the Embassy of Malta held an engaging tourism promotion event at the VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Beijing. Bringing together over 35 leading Chinese travel agencies, media partners and social media influencers, a series of presentations were delivered on the unique appeal of the Maltese Archipelago. The presentations were followed by a lottery and a lively networking reception. The Embassy extends its sincere appreciation to VFS for graciously hosting the event and delivering an insightful presentation, and to 20Twenty and Turkish Airlines for their invaluable support and dynamic contributions, which beautifully complemented the Embassy’s efforts in showcasing Malta as a standout Mediterranean destination. The success of the event augurs that similar opportunities will be taken up for similar events in other Chinese cities later on this year.
Affarijiet Barranin Ian Borg Malta Tourism Authority 20Twenty Turkish Airlines

11/03/2026

On 11th March 2026 the China Men’s National Waterpolo Team paid a courtesy visit to the Embassy ahead of their participation in the Men’s Waterpolo World Cup – Division 2, which is to be held in Malta between the 7-13 April. Water polo is a growing niche sport in China with strong elite performance, particularly in women's water polo. The Chinese women’s team is a powerhouse in Asia, winning multiple straight titles in the Asian Games, and who are also scheduled to come compete in Malta later on this year. In Malta waterpolo is widely considered as the second most popular sport after football, and has a long, deep-rooted history dating back to the early 1900s. The Malta men's national water polo team reached a historic 13th place at the 2026 European Championships, marking their best finish in the competition to date. Forza Malta.
Affarijiet Barranin Ian Borg World Aquatics European Aquatics Aquatic Sports Association of Malta Kumitat Olimpiku Malti - Maltese Olympic Committee -

25/02/2026