The legal loophole that made Malta a Republic

The legal loophole that made Malta a Republic

Fifty years ago, Malta transitioned from monarchy to republic, replacing the Queen of the United Kingdom with its first Maltese president. What many may not realise is that the transition was rooted in legal ingenuity and political strategy.It was a move that did away with the need for a referendum, as was being requested by...

Thousands Attend Grand Valletta Festivities Celebrating 50 Years Of Malta As A Republic

Valletta’s Pjazza San Ġorġ was this weekend transformed into a glorious celebration of Malta’s 50-anniversary as a republic… and over the course of three days, more than 6,000 people experienced the awesome spectacle in person! In the exact place where, 50 years ago, Malta was present to welcome its very first president after the country’s constitution changed for it to become a republic. To mark all of that, the aptly-named ‘L-Istorja, Aħna’ (H…

50 Years Of Malta As A Republic Celebrated In Valletta

Yesterday, St. George’s Square in Valletta hosted a special event to celebrate 50 years since Malta became a republic. The show, L-Istorja, Aħna, told the story of the Maltese people through an impressive audiovisual display. The performance highlighted Malta’s history, from its early days to achieving independence and becoming a republic in 1974. It brought to life key moments that shaped the nation, celebrating the strength and unity of its pe…