VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Some 81% of foreign investors consider Malta an attractive destination for foreign direct investment, while nine out of 10 companies intend to maintain or expand their operations in the country over the next year, according to the Malta Attractiveness Survey 2026 commissioned by Ernst & Young (EY).

Prime Minister Robert Abela said the findings, which show an improvement on last year, reflect continued confidence in Malta’s economy and its long-term prospects.

He described the intention of nine out of 10 companies to remain or invest further in Malta as the survey’s most significant result, saying it demonstrated confidence in the country’s future.

The survey also highlighted growing investor confidence in artificial intelligence (AI), with 59% identifying it as a sector expected to drive Malta’s economic growth, up from 47% in the previous year.

AI was also identified as the sector with the greatest long-term growth potential.

Abela said the findings supported the Government’s national AI strategy and initiatives such as AI for Everyone, which has attracted more than 40,000 participants.

He also referred to the €100 million investment in digital transformation announced in the previous Budget, saying the Government remained committed to continuing its efforts in this area.

The Prime Minister said Malta’s next phase of economic growth should focus increasingly on productivity, innovation and higher value-added investment.

Abela also reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to maintaining energy and fuel subsidies, with €400 million allocated for this year and a further €400 million planned for next year.

He said the survey reinforced confidence in Malta’s economic direction and its long-term investment strategy.

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Source: medNews