This macro measure promotes Gozo’s identity, talent, and cultural assets by strengthening the island’s cultural infrastructure and supporting the development of spaces that showcase its artistic, creative, and heritage value. It aims to reinforce Gozo’s distinct cultural character while enhancing opportunities for local talent and cultural participation.
This approach ensures that investment is directed toward tangible, long-lasting improvements rather than short-term indicators that do not accurately reflect the sector’s real activity. Focusing on new or upgraded cultural infrastructure addresses the limitations of economic data sources-such as GVA figures affected by unrelated sectors or employment data that underrepresents volunteer-driven cultural organisations. Prioritising infrastructure strengthens Gozo’s cultural ecosystem and supports a more vibrant, resilient cultural landscape.
Progress will be tracked through the number of new or upgraded cultural infrastructure projects initiated or completed in Gozo. Growth in such projects shows increased investment in cultural spaces and provides a direct measure of efforts to preserve, strengthen, and promote Gozo’s unique cultural identity.

This macro measure develops initiatives to attract high‑value workers, start‑ups, and entrepreneurs, with a focus on diversifying emerging sectors such as Agri‑tech. It aims to strengthen Malta’s innovation ecosystem by fostering a vibrant environment for knowledge‑intensive industries and encouraging the growth of high‑value economic activity.
This approach positions Malta as a competitive destination for skilled professionals and innovative businesses by promoting opportunities in managerial, professional, and technical fields. Strengthening these high‑value roles supports sustainable economic growth, enhances sectoral diversification, and increases Malta’s resilience in a rapidly evolving global economy. Targeting start‑ups and entrepreneurs further stimulates innovation, investment, and technological advancement.
Progress will be tracked through the percentage increase in full‑time employees working in roles classified under ISCO 1-3, which include managerial, professional, and technical occupations. Growth in these categories indicates success in attracting skilled talent, expanding high‑value sectors, and advancing Malta’s position as a hub for innovation.

This macro measure upgrades and strengthens the Gozo Experimental Farm as a hub for agricultural research and development, climate adaptation, and sustainable farming practices. It aims to transform the site into a centre of innovation that supports modern agricultural techniques, resilience to climate impacts, and long‑term improvements in food production.
This approach shifts the focus from short‑term incentives to building a sustainable, knowledge‑driven ecosystem for agriculture. By positioning the farm as a dedicated research centre, Malta can accelerate advancements in cultivation methods, water efficiency, soil management, and climate‑resilient crop practices. This strengthens national food security, enhances farmer support, and promotes environmentally responsible agriculture.
Progress will be tracked through the number of research projects initiated annually at the Gozo Experimental Farm. A higher volume of active research demonstrates deeper knowledge creation, practical innovation, and steady progress toward climate‑resilient and sustainable farming across the islands.

This macro measure develops the existing Xewkija airfield, together with the required facilities and supporting infrastructure, to establish a commercial inter‑island air route between Malta and Gozo. It aims to boost connectivity for residents and visitors while laying the foundations for a broader aviation ecosystem on the island of Gozo. This strengthens mobility, improves accessibility, and creates new opportunities for economic activity linked to aviation services.
This approach directly addresses Gozo’s long‑standing connectivity challenges by providing a fast, reliable alternative to sea transport. Enhancing the airfield and enabling scheduled commercial flights supports resilience during periods of high demand or adverse maritime conditions, while improving travel times and offering a new transport mode for businesses, commuters, and tourists. The development of aviation‑related facilities also contributes to Gozo’s long‑term economic diversification.
Progress will be tracked through the number of daily return flights operating between Malta and Gozo, with a target of reaching 20 daily return flights. Achieving this frequency demonstrates a functional and dependable service capable of supporting Gozo’s mobility, accessibility, and economic objectives.

This macro measure enhances Gozo’s connectivity by modernising and expanding the Gozo Channel fleet and moving beyond the single-entry point at Mġarr. It focuses on establishing multiple access routes, including the development of the Gozo airfield and a new fast ferry landing. This strengthens Gozo’s accessibility, supports long-term mobility needs, and improves the island’s economic and social integration with Malta.
This approach provides a clearer and more targeted direction for improving the island’s transport resilience. By diversifying entry points, Gozo becomes less dependent on a single port, gaining greater flexibility during peak demand, adverse weather conditions, or disruptions. Expanding transport options also supports tourism, enhances emergency access, and creates a more reliable and sustainable connectivity system for residents and visitors.
Progress will be tracked through the number of new operational access points serving Gozo, beyond Mġarr. Each new access point represents a strengthened link between Gozo and Malta and marks a significant step toward a more resilient and diversified connectivity network.

This macro measure encourages efficient spatial planning and urban development to ensure sustainable land use, reduce urban sprawl, and prioritise the regeneration of existing areas. It supports the creation of compact, and liveable communities by directing new development toward locations that make better use of existing land and infrastructure.
This approach strengthens the redevelopment of underused or previously developed sites, optimises infrastructure utilisation, and preserves natural and rural land. By focusing new dwelling units on brownfield land, Malta and Gozo can maintain more balanced territorial development, reduce pressure on open spaces, and continue benefitting from the regeneration gains achieved in recent years.
Progress will be tracked through the percentage of new dwelling units built on brownfield land, with the objective of maintaining the strong 2016–2024 averages (Residential: 78%, Non-residential: 73%). Sustaining these levels ensures ongoing commitment to regeneration while broader spatial planning policies continue to evolve.

This macro measure encourages efficient spatial planning and urban development to ensure sustainable land use, reduce urban sprawl, and prioritise the regeneration of existing areas. It supports the creation of compact, well‑connected, and liveable communities by directing new development toward locations that make better use of existing land and infrastructure.
This approach strengthens the redevelopment of underused or previously developed sites, optimises infrastructure utilisation, and preserves natural and rural land. By focusing new dwelling units on brownfield land, Malta and Gozo can maintain more balanced territorial development, reduce pressure on open spaces, and continue benefitting from the regeneration gains achieved in recent years.
Progress will be tracked through the percentage of new dwelling units built on brownfield land, with the objective of maintaining the strong 2016-2024 averages (Residential: 78%, Non‑residential: 73%). Sustaining these levels ensures ongoing commitment to regeneration while broader spatial planning policies continue to evolve.

This macro measure explores large land reclamation initiatives to address Malta and Gozo’s limited land availability and create additional space for residential, commercial, and recreational purposes. It aims to expand the country’s long‑term development potential by identifying technically viable areas where new land can be created to meet future economic, environmental, and social needs.
This approach builds on recent seabed‑depth assessments and feasibility studies that identified six potential reclamation zones with sufficient technical viability:
• Freeport area, Birżebbuġa
• Off Smart City, Kalkara
• Fort Ricasoli
• Qalet Marku, Baħar iċ‑Ċagħaq
• Mġarr Harbour, Gozo
• Off The Strand, Sliema
These locations represent the most promising sites for future land expansion, offering opportunities to support population growth, enhance economic activity, and introduce new public and recreational spaces.
Progress will be tracked through the number of large land reclamation developments initiated, with a national objective to commence two major projects by 2035. Each initiated development signals meaningful movement toward expanding Malta’s spatial capacity in a sustainable and technically robust manner.

This macro measure focuses on enhancing green spaces and transforming urban areas by creating and upgrading gardens, parks, and open spaces. It aims to strengthen environmental quality, expand public access to recreational areas, and support healthier, more resilient communities. Increasing and regenerating green open spaces contributes to improved air quality, reduced urban heat, and more attractive and liveable neighbourhoods, fully aligned with the long term sustainability goals of Vision 2050.
This approach ensures that densely populated areas receive high‑quality public spaces that promote biodiversity, encourage active lifestyles, and improve overall urban well‑being. It reinforces the importance of green infrastructure as a core component of resilient and future‑proof cities.
Progress will be tracked through the number of new or regenerated green open spaces, with a national target of 150 projects by 2035. Each completed space demonstrates a tangible step toward a greener and more sustainable urban landscape.

This macro measure develops and implements a national industrial policy supported by professional estate management of industrial sites, ensuring that industrial land is used efficiently, strategically, and in full alignment with sectoral priorities. By establishing clear policies and structured management practices, the measure strengthens oversight of industrial estates, promotes optimal land use, and ensures strict compliance with permitted activities. This supports long‑term economic growth and contributes to sustainable land and sea use.
This approach directs limited industrial land toward priority sectors where it can generate the highest economic value, improve competitiveness, and reinforce national strategic objectives. Professional estate management further supports consistent standards, better coordination, and effective monitoring of activities within industrial zones.
Progress will be assessed through the percentage of industrial estate land allocated to priority sectors in line with the national industrial policy. A higher proportion of compliant and strategically allocated land demonstrates efficient land governance, stronger alignment with national priorities, and effective implementation of the policy framework.

This macro measure expands tenants’ associations to all remaining industrial estates, establishing a unified platform that strengthens collaboration, innovation, and shared sustainability practices. Ensuring active associations across all estates supports more coherent communication, harmonised operations, and improved stakeholder engagement, contributing to long‑term sector development and resilience.
This approach builds more connected industrial communities through structured channels for coordination, knowledge sharing, and estate‑level cooperation. It supports effective estate management and ensures that industrial areas operate efficiently and remain aligned with broader national development goals.
Progress will be evaluated based on the number of industrial estates with active tenants’ associations. Each active association represents stronger estate governance, improved coordination, and a more consistent approach to industrial development nationwide.

This macro measure strengthens strategic industrial clustering by positioning complementary factories near one another or close to key infrastructure such as ports and airports. It also prioritises land allocation for sectors identified as essential to long‑term economic growth. By aligning spatial planning with infrastructure availability and sectoral needs, the measure aims to maximise the productive use of industrial land and support a more efficient, competitive industrial ecosystem.
This approach ensures that limited land resources are used effectively, reduces logistical inefficiencies, and supports the co‑location of industries that benefit from shared services and supply chains. It contributes to higher productivity, smoother movement of goods, and the development of strong industrial value chains aligned with national strategic priorities.
Progress will be measured through the number of land swaps completed, each reflecting improved spatial efficiency and a shift toward higher‑value, strategically aligned land uses. This ensures a coordinated and optimised industrial landscape.

This measure will focus on the effective implementation of advanced cybersecurity standards by essential and important entities, reflecting the broader requirements introduced under the EU NIS2 Directive, which mandates compliance across critical sectors to strengthen national cyber resilience.

The set KPI will monitor the implementation rate of advanced cybersecurity standards (%), targeting 100% compliance of advanced cybersecurity standards by 2035, providing a clear, outcome-based measure aligned with EU regulatory obligations and Malta’s cybersecurity strategy.

This measure reflects a strategic shift toward integrated governance, advanced standards, and robust policy mechanisms, ensuring a holistic approach to cybersecurity. The KPI is linked to the Global Cybersecurity Index ranking, targeting Tier 1 (95-100%) by 2035. This provides a broad, internationally recognised measure of Malta’s overall cyber resilience and compliance with global best practices, which is in line with EU and international frameworks. The KPI trajectory shows steady and deliberate progress toward strengthening Malta’s national cyber resilience through a unified governance and regulatory ecosystem. 

The measure focuses on enhancing Malta’s maritime security through advanced border surveillance infrastructure and integrated monitoring systems. This reflects a strategic shift toward technology-driven security solutions for greater efficiency and coverage.

The KPI will monitor the progress towards the modernisation of border surveillance equipment, providing a clear and actionable measure of infrastructure upgrades.
This measure also aligns with Malta’s obligations under EU border security frameworks, ensuring compliance with European standards for integrated border management and reinforcing national security priorities.

Street crime reduction provides a clear, outcome-oriented indicator of improved law enforcement effectiveness and community security, aligning with national policing goals. Therefore, this KPI was set to monitor the % reduction in street crime, which reflects the strategic objectives outlined in the Malta Police Corporate Strategy 2025-2030.

This measure aims to effectively ensure the development of elite athletes in their respective sport. The KPI will monitor the number of elite athletes providing a realistic and continuous measure of progress. Tracking the number of elite athletes reflects the effectiveness of investment in training facilities, coaching, and support structures, offering a clearer, sustainable metric for talent development and long-term performance improvement. A 15% increase in the number of elite athletes is being targeted by 2035.

This measure aims to promote lifelong healthy living through integrated physical activity and wellness programs in education, workplaces, and community settings, with targeted outreach to vulnerable and aging populations. This holistic approach addresses health at all life stages and supports national well-being objectives.

The KPI-increase the percentage of persons engaged in regular physical activity from 32% to 50%-provides a clear, outcome-oriented measure of behavioural change, ensuring alignment with public health priorities and Vision 2050 goals for healthier, more active communities.

This measure aims to expand access to sports infrastructure nationwide, promoting lifelong engagemeny in physical activity not just from school, but also beyond schools such as in the workplace or in communities.This ensures a more inclusive and sustainable approach to community health and well-being.

The KPI will monitor the ratio of sports facilities to population, providing a clear, infrastructure-based measure of accessibility, which is a key enabler for increasing participation and fostering healthier lifestyles across all age groups.

This new measure was introduced to preserve and strengthen Maltese language proficiency across the population, recognising its role as a cornerstone of national identity and cultural heritage. The initiative leverages digital linguistic tools, targeted investment, and awareness campaigns to ensure accessibility and engagement.

The KPI, ‘increase proficiency among children under 16 from 73.8% to 80%’ provides a clear, measurable target focused on early language acquisition, ensuring long-term sustainability of the Maltese language and alignment with educational and cultural policy objectives.

This measure aims to strengthen volunteer engagement in preserving Malta’s cultural heritage and identity. This change emphasises community ownership, intergenerational learning, and the ongoing stewardship of heritage sites through active civic participation.

The proposed KPI-percentage change in individuals engaged in cultural, creative and heritage voluntary work-captures the extent to which these initiatives successfully mobilise community involvement. The 50% target by 2035 aims to reflect growing civic participation and a strengthened sense of national identity.

This measure reflects a comprehensive cultural transformation agenda, positioning Malta’s creative and cultural sectors (CCS) as drivers of innovation, resilience, and sustainable development. This reflects a strategic shift toward embedding culture within national growth priorities through targeted investments and cross-sector collaboration.

The KPI set will monitor the CCS contribution to real GVA, increasing from 2.5% to 3.25% by 2035, providing a clearer, economic-based measure of sectoral impact and value creation, aligned with Malta’s long-term competitiveness and EU cultural economy objectives.

Restoring, preserving, reviving and repurposing historical sites into cultural and community spaces safeguards national heritage while creating vibrant public areas that foster social engagement, tourism, and cultural identity. This initiative supports sustainable use of historical assets and strengthens community cohesion.

This KPI directly measures progress toward the initiative’s goal by tracking tangible outcomes-historical sites converted into functional public spaces. It is simple, quantifiable, and reflects the impact of restoration efforts.

The macro focuses on developing resilient waste management infrastructure, Emphasising investment in sustainable resource recovery and innovative technologies. This approach ensures adaptability to future solutions beyond energy generation.
The KPI will monitor the progress towards reducing municipal waste, targeting a reduction from 78.6% to 10% by 2035, providing a clear, outcome-oriented measure of landfill diversion and circular economy progress.

This measure reflects a broad circular economy approach, emphasising reuse, repair, and material recovery systems alongside sustainable separation practices. This reflects Malta’s commitment to resource efficiency and EU circular economy targets. The KPI has been set to the circular material use rate (%), targeting 24% by 2030, providing a comprehensive measure of material circulation and resource sustainability, aligning with European standards and long-term environmental objectives.

Improving urban air quality and promoting sustainable mobility reduces exposure to harmful PM₂.₅, benefiting public health. This measure aligns with the revised EU Air Quality Directive, which sets a stricter standard for 2030.
The annual mean PM₂.₅ is an EU compliance metric and a direct indicator of air quality. The 10 μg/m³ target reflects the EU legal limit for 2030.

Strengthening a coherent network of land protected areas is essential to safeguarding Malta’s biodiversity and ensuring long-term ecological resilience. The selected KPI provides a clear and measurable indicator of national commitment to conservation. The increase from 29.1% in 2023 to a 30% target by 2030 aligns with the EU Biodiversity Strategy

This measure focuses on the three pillars of food security: availability, accessibility and affordability through resilient local production and stable supply chains.

The KPI is set to measure the percentage of the population unable to afford a healthy diet, providing a meaningful, outcome-oriented measure of food security and social well-being. This aligns with the Malta Strategy for Resilient Food Systems, ensuring coherence with national priorities for sustainability, resilience, and equitable access to nutrition.

This measure addresses Malta’s long-term water security challenges, ensuring reliable supply through enhanced water and wastewater infrastructure and promoting water reuse as part of sustainable resource management.

The KPI-increase seawater reverse osmosis (RO) production capacity from 96 m³/day to 160 m³/day by 2035-provides a clear, measurable indicator of improved desalination capacity, critical for meeting future demand and sustaining resilience.

The macro maintains its focus on energy affordability and support for vulnerable consumers, while ensuring alignment with Malta’s approach to measuring energy poverty.
The KPI ‘Reduction in energy poverty rate (% of households)’ provides a consistent and evidence-based method for tracking reductions in energy poverty and evaluating the effectiveness of affordability measures.

This measure reflects national efforts aimed at building a resilient energy sector, through sustained investment in robust infrastructure, enhanced connectivity, and a transition to cleaner energy sources.
This reflects Malta’s long-term energy security and decarbonisation objectives.

The KPI is set as total dispatchable power capacity with a target of 1 GW by 2035.

The macro emphasises the diversification of renewable energy sources, ensuring a more resilient and balanced energy mix. The KPI is set to target 25% renewable sources share by 2030, aligning with Malta’s National Energy and Climate Plan (NECP) and EU commitments

This measure is designed to strengthen Malta’s resilience to climate impacts through coordinated adaptation measures, sectoral preparedness plans, and climate-resilient infrastructure, focusing on critical entities. The KPI is aligned with the CER2 Directive, which mandates such plans. 

Upon successful preparation of all plans by 2030, the KPI will be revised to monitor the implementation and effectiveness of these plans, ensuring continuous compliance and resilience. This initiative reflects a coordinated effort between the Climate Authority and the Critical Infrastructure Protection Department, supporting EU regulatory requirements and Vision 2050’s sustainability and risk management objectives.

This measure reflects the broader national goal of transitioning toward climate neutrality by 2050, aligning with the European Climate Law and Malta’s long-term sustainability commitments. The KPI is set to monitor the reduction in national emissions, reflecting Malta’s commitment in the NECP. It targets a reduction of 41% (from 2005 levels) by 2030, ensuring decarbonisation across all sectors.

Implementing a collaborative programme to translate research with social benefit potential into practical solutions strengthens the link between research, education, and societal needs. This approach ensures that valuable research, regardless of immediate financial return, contributes to national resilience and modernisation. This KPI directly measures the effectiveness of the programme by tracking tangible outcomes, i.e. research projects that deliver real social benefits through partnership. The target of 5 projects reflects a commitment to meaningful, measurable progress by 2035.

This measure was introduced to ensure Malta’s education system is supported by resilient, sustainable, and inclusive infrastructure, providing safe and modern learning environments for both educators and students. In line with the EDU Infrastructure Programme, upgrading facilities is essential to meet future capacity needs, integrate digital technologies, and comply with sustainability standards, while fostering equal access and quality education.

The KPI, 72% of schools modernised by 2035, offers a clear, measurable target that reflects progress toward creating a future-ready educational ecosystem aligned with Vision 2050 objectives.

This measure was developed with the aim of empowring the educator workforce to build a resilient and effective education system. By investing in professional development, support structures, and career pathways, the measure aims to enhance educator satisfaction, and student outcomes, ensuring the system can adapt to future challenges.

The 2035 target reflects a long-term commitment to strengthen professional development structures, improve career progression pathways, and enhance classroom support mechanics.

Early leavers from education and training (%) is the EU‑standard outcome that integrates schooling quality, guidance, and support services; lowering this rate demonstrates effective retention and inclusion. The set KPI will aim to reduce early school leavers to below 8% by 2035, aligning with the EU target of 9% by 2030 while aiming for a more ambitious national goal. This ensures Malta remains competitive in education outcomes and supports long-term workforce development and social inclusion objectives.

Developing industry-specific skills frameworks and career pathways, supported by sector analysis, enables Malta to proactively identify and address skills gaps. This approach ensures the workforce is equipped for evolving industry needs, supports economic growth, and enhances employability. The job vacancy rate is a direct indicator of labour market efficiency and skills matching. Reducing the rate from 3.2% to 2.7% demonstrates progress in closing skills gaps, improving workforce alignment with industry demand, and supporting sector competitiveness. This target is ambitious and reflects the EU projected job vacancy rate for 2035.

This measure reflects the need to strengthen current educational programmes, both accredited and community-based, while updating the national curricula to align with the present and future education and skills development framework. Moreover, it calls for deeper integration of STEAM within Malta’s education framework to ensure that learners are equipped with the diverse skill sets required in a rapidly evolving global economy. The emphasis on future-proof skills and STEAM disciplines reflects the ongoing shift toward a high value-added economy. The KPI measuring the % of STEAM graduates captures system-level output across these disciplines, providing a clear indicator of the education system’s capacity to prepare talent aligned with these priorities.

Malta is strategically positioned to become a European testbed and regulatory leader in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), including drones and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). Its extensive surrounding sea provides an ideal environment for testing Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), enabling ship-to-shore and inter‑island deliveries that reduce congestion, costs, and emissions. Drone applications span last‑mile logistics, medical transport, infrastructure inspection, maritime surveillance, and precision agriculture. Malta can further advance Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations by building on its existing certification expertise, including future technologies such as drone swarms.
AAM remains emerging, but Malta could explore Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) aircraft for clean, high‑speed transport between Malta and Gozo, supported by strategically placed vertiports integrated into planning processes. Strengthening inter‑island emergency connectivity is another priority, with faster patient transfers and enhanced SAR and HEMS capabilities reducing reliance on congested road networks.
These initiatives collectively modernise Malta’s air mobility ecosystem while supporting scalable drone-based logistics.
The KPI will be measuring the process of full implementation and establishment of U-Space in line with international regulation.

The macro measure focuses on enhancing national road safety by upgrading infrastructure and reinforcing regulatory compliance to reduce accidents and fatalities. It builds on a comprehensive approach that integrates engineering improvements such as safer crossings, improved lighting, traffic calming and clearer signage, with stronger enforcement and education to shape responsible behaviour among drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. This rationale behind this measure reflects the current situation, where fatalities and serious injuries remain a persistent challenge despite past and current strategic efforts.
The KPI measuring road crash fatalities and serious injuries provides a direct indicator of progress toward the macro objective of safer roads. By tracking reductions annually, it ensures accountability and guides policy and investment decisions. The target of reducing fatalities by 50% by 2035-aligned with EU objectives-highlights the long‑term ambition to achieve Vision Zero by 2050.

The MaaS (Mobility as a Service) platform initiative aims to create a fully integrated national transportation ecosystem that unifies public, private, and shared mobility modes into one seamless, real‑time digital system. Its rationale is grounded in the need for a more efficient, accessible, and sustainable mobility network that reduces fragmentation across bus, ferry, mass transport system, and micro‑mobility services. By adopting unified ticketing, digital integration, coordinated scheduling, and improved infrastructure, the initiative seeks to enhance user experience, reduce congestion, and support Malta’s long‑term transition toward greener and smarter transport solutions.
The KPI directly supports this initiative by tracking progress toward a fully functioning, nationwide integrated system. The trajectory provides a structured roadmap for gradual implementation, ensuring accountability and enabling stakeholders to monitor advancement, address delays, and align investments with development milestones.

The Sea Routes Expansion initiative aims to strengthen inter‑island and intra‑island connectivity by increasing the number of sea routes and ferry capacity between Malta, Gozo, and Comino. This initiative responds to the national objective of creating a more connected, efficient, and sustainable transport network that complements land mobility while supporting tourism, economic growth, and accessibility across the islands. By enhancing maritime links-particularly through improved terminals, expanded fast‑ferry services, and upgraded infrastructure-the initiative addresses congestion challenges and offers resilient, low‑carbon mobility alternatives.
The rationale is rooted in the strategic need to diversify transport options, reduce road dependence, and ensure year‑round, reliable maritime services for both residents and visitors. The Macro KPI, “number of sea routes,” provides a clear and measurable indicator of progress. Its planned trajectory-from 6 routes in 2023 to 10+ routes by 2035-demonstrates how route expansion directly reflects service availability, capacity improvements, and alignment with long‑term national mobility goals.

The Greener Vehicles Adoption initiative supports Malta’s transition toward a cleaner and more sustainable transport system by accelerating the uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) and other low‑emission alternatives. This measure addresses the need to reduce transport‑related emissions and meet national climate commitments by lowering barriers to EV ownership through targeted incentives such as grants, tax exemptions, and reduced road‑licence fees, alongside support for home and public charging infrastructure. These interventions improve affordability, convenience, and user confidence, thereby encouraging a shift away from conventional internal‑combustion vehicles. The KPI, “number of greener vehicles,” directly measures progress by tracking the growth of cleaner vehicles within the national fleet. This indicator captures the real‑world impact of subsidies, infrastructure expansion, and legislative measures, providing a clear trajectory toward NECP-aligned long‑term target such as achieving 65,000-75,000 greener vehicles by 2035.

The Mass Transportation System Macro Measure envisions the development of a modern and high‑capacity public transport network that transforms national mobility by 2050. Centred on sustainable modes such as monorail or tram systems, this initiative aims to reduce road congestion, lower emissions, and shift Malta toward a cleaner, more efficient mobility ecosystem. Integrated within a broader Mobility‑as‑a‑Service (MaaS) framework, the system will connect seamlessly with buses, ferries, shared mobility, and active transport, enabling smooth multimodal journeys across the islands.

The initiative follows a phased roadmap, beginning with technical and feasibility studies, progressing through public consultation, design, procurement, and construction. This macro measure represents a strategic national investment to improve accessibility, enhance quality of life, and support long‑term environmental goals.

The Shared Mobility macro measure aims to accelerate Malta’s transition toward a cleaner, more efficient, and more accessible transport system by reducing reliance on private cars and expanding sustainable mobility alternatives. It promotes the wider availability and uptake of shared mobility options-such as shared bikes and traditional car‑sharing-while placing stronger emphasis on active and alternative modes of transport, including walking and cycling. This shift aligns with the national objective of creating a green, citizen‑centred mobility ecosystem, supported by improved infrastructure and integrated through a Mobility‑as‑a‑Service (MaaS) framework.
By prioritising low‑emission travel choices, Shared Mobility contributes to lower congestion, reduced emissions, and healthier lifestyles. It also complements Malta’s long‑term climate, transport, and urban‑planning strategies by encouraging behavioural change and rebalancing mobility patterns. Ultimately, the measure seeks to reduce the number of cars on the road and foster a more sustainable, inclusive, and future‑ready transport environment. A central component of this measure is promoting tangible behavioural change and modal shift, tracked through a KPI that measures the share of users adopting alternative transport modes. This KPI is designed to capture real mobility behaviour (the core aim of the macro) by increasing adoption from 16% in 2021 to 30% by 2035.

This measure aims to ensure fair and competitive remuneration for third‑country nationals (TCNs) employed in skilled roles by aligning their wages more closely with market standards. The measure addresses persistent issues such as weaker bargaining power, limited awareness of wage benchmarks, and the use of migration schemes with wage thresholds below market norms, all of which contribute to wage inequality and exploitation. By promoting convergence between TCNs’ average wages and market values, this initiative strengthens Malta’s ability to attract and retain skilled talent while safeguarding labour market fairness.
The measure is directly supported by its Macro KPI: the ratio between the average wage for TCNs and the average market value. This KPI provides a clear, quantifiable indicator of progress toward wage assimilation. The planned upward trajectory reflects the long‑term commitment to achieving equal and transparent remuneration. Monitoring this ratio ensures the effectiveness of related policy tools, including revised salary thresholds, strengthened regulation of temping agencies, and enforcement of equal‑pay principles.

The aim of this initiativeis to reduce the high rate of overqualification among Third‑Country Nationals (TCNs) in Malta, bringing it in line with or below the EU average. Overqualification remains a significant challenge, with many highly educated migrants employed in low‑skilled sectors such as hospitality, construction, and caregiving. Key factors include limited recognition of foreign qualifications, language barriers, and mismatches between migrant skills and labour market needs.
To address this, the measure integrates policies such as enhanced recognition of prior learning, expansion of the Skills Pass system, and updated national occupational standards. These initiatives aim to improve the alignment between TCN qualifications and job roles, ensuring better utilisation of skills across the economy.
The KPI tracks progress, with planned reductions from 48% in 2024 to 38% by 2034. This KPI directly supports the measure by quantifying improvements in skills matching and labour market integration.

This initiative is designed to ensure that the recruitment of Third‑Country Nationals (TCNs) remains closely tied to Malta’s genuine labour market needs. By introducing stricter controls on work‑permit applications and linking them to labour market intelligence and skills‑demand assessments, the initiative helps prevent oversupply in sectors already sufficiently staffed and protects working conditions for both local and foreign workers. It also complements broader labour migration reforms that set minimum requirements for employing Maltese/EU nationals and introduce enhanced checks such as suitability assessments, termination‑rate thresholds, and higher application fees to discourage unnecessary applications.
The measure is monitored through the KPI: Year‑on‑Year growth rate of employed TCNs, which tracks whether labour inflows remain sustainable over time. By linking policy controls with measurable outcomes, the KPI supports continuous evaluation of whether the measure is delivering its intended impact.

This measure aims to strengthen Malta’s labour market by increasing the share of highly qualified Third Country Nationals (TCNs) employed in critical skilled occupations classified under ISCO 1-3. It addresses the current imbalance whereby TCNs are predominantly concentrated in low- and medium‑skilled roles, limiting the country’s ability to meet emerging sector‑specific labour demands. By encouraging both the recruitment and upskilling of TCNs into higher‑skilled positions, the initiative supports a more sustainable migration model, enhances competitiveness, and ensures that key industries have access to the specialised talent they require.
Progress is tracked through the Macro KPI measuring the percentage of TCNs employed in ISCO 1-3 roles. This KPI directly reflects the initiative’s effectiveness in shifting the occupational structure of TCN employment toward a more skills‑oriented composition aligned with national labour market needs.

Strengthening a values-driven ecosystem for social enterprises encourages inclusive economic participation and supports the delivery of people-centred services. This approach fosters innovation, social cohesion, and sustainable community development.This KPI directly tracks the growth and formalisation of the social enterprise sector. The target of 20 new registrations reflects a commitment to expanding the ecosystem and increasing the impact of social enterprises on society.

The Digital First macro measure envisions a fully digital, AI‑enabled public service where processes are simplified, data informs policymaking, and interactions are seamless and transparent. It aims to redesign services around citizen needs by enabling end‑to‑end digital applications. The KPI measures the share of core public services that allow users not only to submit applications online but also to track their status in real time through AI‑enhanced platforms that automate workflow processing and improve service efficiency.

This measure involves developing a digital platform, potentially leveraging a loyalty tracking solution that encourages citizens to engage in sustainable activities, such as using green transport, purchasing organic food, or participating in community clean-ups. The platform would reward users with digital assets or tokens for verified sustainable actions, which can then be redeemed for goods, services, or exclusive experiences.
Crucially, the system would also provide real-time tracking and transparent measurement of each individual’s environmental impact (e.g., CO₂ saved, waste reduced), fostering both accountability and motivation. This approach not only incentivises positive behaviour through gamification and tangible rewards but also builds a sense of community and shared responsibility for sustainability goals. The KPI indicates the stage of implementation of the digital solution in terms of %.

This macro measure aims to promote healthy and independent ageing in Malta through a holistic approach that integrates preventive healthcare, strengthened elderly care services, and initiatives fostering active community engagement. By prioritising early intervention and promoting healthier lifestyles, it seeks to reduce long-term care needs, support ageing independently, and encourage the continued social, cultural, and civic participation of older adults. This ultimately contributes to improving quality of life for the elderly while ensuring more sustainable healthcare and social support systems.

This macro measure strengthens the participation of persons with disabilities in Malta’s labour market by enhancing specialised training, expanding community‑based hubs that build independent‑living and work‑readiness skills, and improving personalised employment support such as job coaching and workplace accommodations. It also promotes supported internships and incentives that encourage inclusive hiring. Together, these interventions remove structural barriers, increase access to meaningful employment, and advance the broader social‑policy objectives while aligning with EU targets for 2030 on labour market participation.

The KPI measures the percentage increase in persons with disabilities in employment, directly capturing whether training programmes, supported internships, job‑coaching services, and employer incentives are effectively removing barriers to work.

This initiative focuses on refining the annual pension adjustment index to ensure state pensions better reflect changes in both inflation and the cost of living. Currently, the adjustment formula is based on a weighted average of inflation (30%) and salary increases (70%). This approach aims to strike a balance between maintaining retirees’ purchasing power and aligning pension growth with wage trends in the economy. The policy measure seeks to regularly review and fine-tune this mechanism to guarantee fairness, sustainability, and economic relevance in the long term.

To enhance retirement income adequacy in Malta, the government plans to introduce an optional supplementary pension scheme, known as the Occupational Pension (Second Pillar). This scheme requires employers to provide occupational pension plans to its employees who can voluntarily choose to opt-out from such plans. In addition, the Government has committed to match individual contributions for public sector employees, up to a maximum of €100 per month, demonstrating its commitment as an employer to lead by example in retirement savings initiatives. By promoting long-term savings through workplace-based pension arrangements, the initiative aims to reduce reliance on the state pension and improve financial security for future retirees.

This initiative aims to reduce waiting lists and ensure faster, fairer access to housing for eligible households through two key pillars:

Optimised Allocation – Leveraging data-driven systems to prioritise applicants based on need and match them efficiently with available housing units.
Diversified Schemes – Expanding housing options through varied models

The measure enhances transparency, speeds up placement, and promotes social inclusion by aligning housing supply with real-time demand.

This measure is designed to address the increasing number of individuals who cannot afford their own property due to increasing property prices. The measure includes financial incentives, grants and other schemes that will assist young individuals or couples to afford their first property or other vulnerable groups who are seeking to purchase a property without applying for social housing.

This measure seeks to strengthen family support systems in order to reduce material deprivation and social exclusion among households with dependent children. By expanding access to financial, social, and community-based services, the policy aims to alleviate economic pressures on families, improve child well-being, and promote equal opportunities. In the longer term, it contributes to breaking cycles of disadvantage and fostering greater social cohesion.

This measure seeks to strengthen family support systems in order to reduce material deprivation and social exclusion among households with dependent children. By expanding access to financial, social, and community-based services, the policy aims to alleviate economic pressures on families, improve child well-being, and promote equal opportunities. In the longer term, it contributes to breaking cycles of disadvantage and fostering greater social cohesion.

This initiative aims to improve the fertility rate of the Maltese population through a comprehensive, multi-pronged approach. It includes promoting healthier lifestyles to support reproductive health and reducing exposure to harmful substances that may affect fertility. Additionally, the measure emphasizes the importance of strengthening family leave policies and work-life balance options to create a more supportive environment for parenting. Other incentives will target families with dependent children or caregiving responsibilities, ensuring they receive the necessary support to thrive. Improving the IVF services, which are currently offered free of charge at the ART Clinic, is another important step toward supporting individuals and couples facing medical challenges or whose circumstances do not allow for natural conception. Together, these actions are designed to address both medical and socio-economic barriers to family formation and child-rearing in Malta. The fertility rate, as an internationally comparable statistic was chosen in this case as the best quantifiable metric available.

Palliative care should form a fundamental part of the support provided by all health and social care professionals, families, and carers to individuals living with or nearing the end of life due to chronic, debilitating, or oncological conditions. It adopts a holistic approach that addresses not only physical symptoms but also emotional, psychological, spiritual, social, and economic challenges. Through a public‑health‑oriented strategy, the Government aims to raise awareness and deepen understanding of palliative and end‑of‑life care among both the public and professionals. These efforts will strengthen and expand high‑quality, integrated palliative care services across all settings-from specialised units and hospices to community and home‑based care-ensuring accessible, compassionate support for every patient.

The KPI, a year-on-year 5% increase in expenditure on dedicated palliative care settings, was selected to ensure consistent resource allocation and measurable progress, reflecting the importance of sustained investment in quality palliative services. This includes only spending which is specifically dedicated to palliative care and does not include any spending on palliative services which are being intrinsically offered across the health system.

Strengthening community-based mental health support reduces dependence on institutional care, promotes recovery in familiar environments, and aligns with best practices for better quality of life. Community care improves continuity, reduces stigma, and lowers relapse risk. The KPI rationale is that re-admission rates indicate continuity and effectiveness of care. A 4% annual reduction reflects improved community support and successful recovery outside institutions. This metric is measurable, based on existing data, and directly linked to the measure’s goal.

This measure focuses on strengthening the efficiency of mental health services by ensuring faster, more targeted access to support individuals experiencing challenges such as emotional difficulties, addictions, substance misuse, or digital overuse. By prioritising early identification and timely intervention, the initiative aims to prevent issues from escalating, improve overall wellbeing, and ensure that people receive the right care at the right time.
The KPI reflects efficiency by indicating how quickly non‑critical referrals receive support, demonstrating the system’s ability to deliver timely and accessible mental health care.

Building healthcare workforce resilience involves encouraging ongoing learning through international partnerships and digital platforms. It also entails enhancing employee well-being by deploying smart technologies that streamline hospital operations, minimise administrative tasks, and facilitate flexible, efficient care delivery while swiftly and effectively addressing the well-being needs of all staff members. A retention‑rate KPI was selected because it reflects the extent to which continuous learning opportunities and well-being initiatives are contributing to a stable and resilient healthcare workforce.

This initiative aims to modernise clinical documentation across the National Healthcare System in Malta by replacing paper-based records with a secure, interoperable, and comprehensive Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, enabling real-time access to patient data for improved accuracy and responsiveness in care delivery, enhancing clinical decision-making through integrated analytics, AI, and decision support tools, and ensuring continuity of care by facilitating seamless information sharing across hospitals, primary care, and community health services.

Non‑Communicable Diseases (NCDs) remain a major source of illness, mortality, and economic burden. They are largely driven by preventable risk factors such as tobacco use, unhealthy diets, physical inactivity, and harmful alcohol consumption. Beyond their direct health impact, NCDs place significant pressure on healthcare systems, reduce workforce productivity, and diminish overall quality of life.
Socio‑economic determinants-including education, income, and employment-further influence the prevalence of NCDs and contribute to persistent health inequalities across the population. Addressing these underlying drivers is therefore essential for meaningful progress.
The KPI measuring the percentage reduction in mortality due to NCDs is particularly appropriate, as it captures the long‑term effectiveness of prevention strategies, public health interventions, and targeted policies. Even a 2-3% reduction represents a noteworthy achievement, given that NCD‑related mortality has been on an upward trajectory. Any reversal of this trend would indicate substantial progress in mitigating risk factors and improving overall disease management at the population level.

The Maltese population is increasing, with a growing number of elderly individuals and migrants, making it essential to uphold the Patient’s Charter. In response, this macro measure focuses on reducing waiting lists. The KPI will monitor the ‘median waiting time for non-emergency procedures,’ targeting a reduction from 300 to 180 days. The set KPI is a patient‑centric, outcome‑relevant measure of access and system throughput.
Ensuring timely access to advanced medical technologies is critical for improving healthcare outcomes.
Digitalisation and artificial intelligence (AI) play a transformative role by enhancing preventive care through early detection, personalised treatment, and more efficient resource allocation, thereby strengthening the resilience of the health workforce.
Outsourcing to the private sector is essential to expand service accessibility. Private entities can support equitable healthcare delivery, ensuring that advanced medical technologies are available to all patients. This collaborative approach promotes a sustainable and inclusive health system capable of addressing both current and future challenges.

The measure aims to improve citizen satisfaction regarding construction activities by strengthening enforcement, monitoring, and regulatory responsiveness across Malta’s built environment. It focuses on minimising negative impacts of construction on residents and enhancing quality of life.
Tracking citizen dissatisfaction provides actionable insights into the effectiveness of enforcement and regulatory measures. Using initial BCA data ensures the KPI reflects real-world concerns, while a formal survey will provide representative evidence to refine targets and align interventions with public needs.

The KPI measures the percentage of citizen dissatisfaction with construction, based on BCA enforcement-related calls and survey data.In 2025 BCA complaint statistics estimate dissatisfaction at 70%. The target is to reduce dissatisfaction by 45% points, to 25% by 2035. This provides an objective, quantifiable benchmark for monitoring regulatory performance, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring that construction oversight aligns with citizen expectations and quality-of-life outcomes.

The measure aims to establish a comprehensive National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI), encompassing the full geospatial data lifecycle-design, capture, cleaning, analysis, output, and dissemination. It integrates terrestrial, aerial, subterranean, sub‑surface, and bathymetric datasets to support evidence‑based planning, informed decision‑making, and long‑term institutional spatial memory retention.
Transitioning from a basic platform to a fully operational NSDI ensures the creation of high‑quality, interoperable geospatial data that can be efficiently shared across authorities and sectors. This enables better coordination, reinforces data‑driven governance, and strengthens national capabilities for strategic planning.

The implementation of the NSDI will progress through three forecasted milestones:

2026 – Deployment of NSDI‑enabling data‑sharing capabilities, laying the technical foundation for interoperability and cross‑entity data exchange.
2030 – Engagement of key entities contributing to the NSDI, supported by trained officers and institutional capacity‑building, ensuring that core data owners and producers adopt and supply standardised geospatial datasets.
2035 – All key entities actively using the NSDI for operational and strategic decision‑making, marking the transition to a fully functional, integrated national spatial intelligence ecosystem.

The KPI targets 75% national spatial coverage by 2035, reflecting a realistic and ambitious benchmark given the complexity of integrating multiple domains, authorities, and data streams.

The measure aims to accelerate building renovation and improve energy efficiency across Malta, supporting emission reductions, lower energy costs, and sustainable building practices. It prioritises the adoption of renewable energy systems, insulation, and green roofing to drive a greener, more resilient built environment.
Enhancing building energy efficiency is essential for meeting Malta’s Long-Term Renovation Strategy 2050 targets and EU climate commitments. Promoting fiscal incentives encourages homeowner participation, stimulates the green construction sector, and ensures consistent progress toward national sustainability and economic objectives.
The KPI tracks uptake of fiscal incentives for energy-efficient building solutions, providing a measurable indicator of renovation activity and adoption of sustainable practices. Monitoring this metric enables policymakers to assess the effectiveness of incentive schemes, ensuring progress toward climate targets while supporting growth in Malta’s green construction sector.

The measure aims to ensure that new and renovated dwellings in Malta comply with quality, sustainability, and regulatory standards. It focuses on promoting safe, energy-efficient, and well-regulated housing to support long-term sectoral and environmental objectives.
Monitoring certified compliance ensures that housing development meets established standards for construction quality, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Prioritising compliance protects residents, enhances building performance, and aligns with national regulations and EU directives.
The KPI tracks the percentage of dwellings with certified compliance, providing a clear, measurable indicator of adherence to quality and sustainability standards. This allows policymakers to assess progress in enforcing regulations, improving construction outcomes, and ensuring the housing stock meets strategic quality objectives.

The measure aims to position Malta as a specialised European hub for Lifesciences and MedTech, encompassing biologics, advanced therapeutics, and medical devices. It focuses on integrating research, clinical development, testing, and commercialisation to complement Malta’s existing manufacturing base with innovation-driven sector growth.
Broadening the scope beyond generic drug manufacturing reflects evolving high-value priorities and growth opportunities. By promoting knowledge-intensive and innovation-led activities, the measure strengthens Malta’s competitiveness, attracts investment, and fosters sustainable economic development in Lifesciences and MedTech.
The KPI tracks the Gross Value Added (GVA) of the Lifesciences and MedTech sectors, providing a clear, quantifiable indicator of economic impact, productivity, and value creation. Monitoring GVA allows policymakers to assess progress in the sector’s transition toward knowledge-intensive, innovation-led growth and its contribution to Malta’s broader economic objectives.

The measure aims to strengthen Malta’s advanced manufacturing sector through scaling, diversification, and innovation. It supports the development of R&D-intensive activities and emerging sectors such as biotechnology and the blue economy, creating a resilient, high-value industrial ecosystem aligned with EU priorities and global reshoring trends.
Shifting the focus from production scale-up and semiconductor attraction to a sector-wide approach ensures that industrial growth is sustainable, innovation-driven, and diversified. This supports economic resilience, high-value job creation, and Malta’s strategic positioning in advanced manufacturing on a global scale.
The KPI tracks the annual number of high-value manufacturing companies established or expanded, providing a direct, outcome-oriented measure of industrial growth and innovation impact. Unlike export value growth, this indicator reflects the sector’s structural development and its ability to attract and nurture high-value, innovation-driven enterprises.

The measure aims to accelerate Malta’s digital economy by supporting digital-native companies and tech-driven sectors, including fintech, AI, cybersecurity, and chip design. It focuses on fostering an integrated, innovation-driven ecosystem that drives sustainable growth and enhances global competitiveness.
Expanding the scope beyond manufacturing ensures the measure captures emerging digital sectors and high-value technology activities. Supporting adoption of advanced digital technologies strengthens enterprise competitiveness, stimulates innovation, and positions Malta as a leading hub for tech-driven economic activity.
The KPI tracks the number of enterprises adopting advanced digital technologies and tech-driven business models. This provides a clear, measurable indicator of digital transformation, investment impact, and ecosystem growth, allowing policymakers to monitor progress toward Malta’s strategic digital economy objectives.

The measure aims to establish Malta’s Space Economy through a comprehensive strategy that includes a legal framework, strategic policies, human capital development, and data-driven applications. It seeks to create a sustainable, innovation-driven sector that contributes to long-term economic growth.
Expanding the initiative from a technical project to a full strategy ensures holistic development of Malta’s space sector, supporting regulatory clarity, workforce skills, and innovative applications. This approach strengthens Malta’s positioning in the global space economy and maximises long-term economic and technological impact.
The KPI tracks the Gross Value Added (GVA) of the space sector, with a target of €18M by 2035 (CAGR 8-12.5%). GVA provides a standard, measurable indicator of economic contribution, allowing policymakers to assess sector growth, value creation, and the effectiveness of initiatives aimed at building a sustainable and innovative space economy in Malta.

The measure aims to develop a Free Trade Zone Logistics Hub in Malta, integrating connectivity with Malta Freeport to position the country as a regional centre for trade, transshipment, and value-added logistics. It emphasises supply chain efficiency, investment attraction, and high-value economic activity within a regulated, sustainable framework.
Shifting from a single cargo terminal to a comprehensive logistics hub allows for integrated operations, stronger supply chain resilience, and broader economic impact. This approach supports foreign investment, stimulates value-added activities, and aligns with Malta’s strategic objectives for sustainable growth and innovation in the logistics sector.
The KPI tracks freighter cargo throughput, which remains the most relevant and actionable measure of hub performance. Monitoring this metric provides a direct, quantifiable indicator of operational efficiency, trade volume, and the success of initiatives aimed at positioning Malta as a regional logistics and transshipment centre.

The measure aims to position Malta as a comprehensive aerospace services hub by building on existing MRO capabilities and attracting ancillary and emerging aerospace sectors. It focuses on diversifying the ecosystem, creating high-value jobs, and integrating Malta into global aerospace supply chains.
Broadening the scope ensures the sector is not limited to traditional MRO activities, supporting competitiveness, innovation, and sustainable economic growth. Diversification strengthens Malta’s strategic position in the global aerospace market while fostering new capabilities and investment opportunities.
The KPI tracks the Gross Value Added (GVA) of the aerospace sector, measuring growth from €915M to €1,551M+. As a standard economic indicator sourced from the National Statistics Office (Malta) and Eurostat, it provides a quantifiable measure of sectoral contribution to GDP, allowing policymakers to assess the effectiveness of initiatives in expanding Malta’s aerospace ecosystem and attracting high-value capabilities.

The measure aims to enhance Malta’s aviation sector by promoting the establishment of airlines’ principal place of business (PPB) in Malta. This ensures operational control, regulatory oversight, and effective management are anchored in Malta, strengthening the country’s position as a competitive aviation hub.
Updating from “airline HQ” to PPB provides clarity and regulatory precision, as PPB reflects where airlines conduct effective management, safety oversight, and operational control tied to the Air Operator Certificate (AOC). This approach ensures alignment with regulatory standards, consumer protection, and operational accountability.
The KPI tracks the number of aircraft registered in Malta, serving as a direct, objective indicator of the jurisdiction’s attractiveness for aviation businesses and regulatory compliance. Monitoring this metric allows policymakers to assess the effectiveness of initiatives in promoting Malta as a preferred base for operationally active and well-regulated airlines.

The measure aims to strengthen Malta’s aviation sector by increasing the market share of Full-Service Carriers (FSCs), with a focus on long-haul routes and hub connectivity. It emphasises improving service quality, passenger experience, and strategic connectivity while reflecting evolving industry dynamics.
As distinctions between FSCs and LCCs have blurred, promoting FSC growth ensures Malta maintains access to long-haul destinations and premium services, which are critical for tourism, business, and international connectivity. Expanding FSC presence supports higher-value traffic, improved service standards, and enhanced hub functionality.
The KPI tracks FSC seat share, set at 46% or higher, providing a measurable target that reflects both industry realities and strategic objectives. Monitoring this metric enables policymakers to assess progress in strengthening FSC operations, improving long-haul connectivity, and delivering higher-quality aviation services aligned with Malta’s strategic goals.

The measure aims to expand Malta’s air connectivity by establishing additional long-haul routes, enhancing international accessibility, tourism, trade, and business linkages. It focuses on strategic route development to strengthen Malta’s global connectivity.
Increasing long-haul air routes supports economic growth, international business engagement, and tourism diversification. By targeting high-value destinations, the measure maximises the strategic impact of connectivity improvements while aligning with Malta’s long-term aviation and economic development objectives.
The KPI sets a target of five long-haul routes by 2035, tracking progress in route development. With two routes already announced (New York and Qatar), this indicator provides a clear, measurable benchmark for expanding Malta’s long-haul connectivity and achieving the macro objective of enhanced international access

The measure aims to develop Malta’s aircraft financial leasing sector, focusing specifically on financial services related to aircraft rather than general leasing. It seeks to enhance ecosystem depth, attract investment, and strengthen Malta’s position as a competitive jurisdiction for aviation finance.

Clarifying the focus on aircraft financial leasing ensures that initiatives target high-value, specialised financial services with significant economic and strategic impact. Strengthening this sector supports deal flow, investment attraction, and the development of a robust, internationally competitive aviation finance ecosystem.

The KPI tracks the number of companies providing aircraft financial leasing, offering a measurable indicator of sector development, ecosystem maturity, and jurisdictional attractiveness. Monitoring this metric allows policymakers to assess progress in building a competitive, specialised aviation finance cluster in Malta.

The measure aims to strengthen Malta’s financial services talent pipeline by not only enhancing curricula but also actively attracting and retaining students. It focuses on developing a skilled workforce aligned with sectoral needs, ensuring the country remains competitive in talent acquisition and retention.

Expanding the scope beyond curricula enhancement ensures a holistic approach to workforce development, combining education quality with proactive student recruitment. This supports long-term sector growth, addresses skills gaps, and enhances Malta’s reputation as a hub for high-quality financial services talent.

The KPI tracks employment and enrolment figures in relevant financial services programs, providing a measurable, outcome-focused indicator of talent pipeline development. Monitoring these metrics allows policymakers to assess the effectiveness of initiatives in meeting workforce needs and ensuring sustained sector competitiveness.

The measure aims to strengthen Malta’s financial services talent pipeline by not only enhancing curricula but also actively attracting and retaining students. It focuses on developing a skilled workforce aligned with sectoral needs, ensuring the country remains competitive in talent acquisition and retention.

Expanding the scope beyond curricula enhancement ensures a holistic approach to workforce development, combining education quality with proactive student recruitment. This supports long-term sector growth, addresses skills gaps, and enhances Malta’s reputation as a hub for high-quality financial services talent.

The KPI tracks employment and enrolment figures in relevant financial services programs, providing a measurable, outcome-focused indicator of talent pipeline development. Monitoring these metrics allows policymakers to assess the effectiveness of initiatives in meeting workforce needs and ensuring sustained sector competitiveness.

The measure aims to position Malta as a preferred hub for multinational finance operations, including headquarters, regional offices, subsidiaries, branches, and specialised entities. It emphasises ecosystem development, talent attraction, and regulatory efficiency to strengthen the country’s international financial services competitiveness.

Broadening the scope beyond headquarters ensures that all types of multinational operations are considered, reflecting Malta’s diverse financial ecosystem. This approach supports strategic growth, enhances international credibility, attracts skilled talent, and reinforces the country’s ability to serve as a regional financial hub.

The KPI tracks the total number of multinational offices (set at 110 by 2035), encompassing HQs, subsidiaries, branches, and affiliates. This provides a comprehensive and measurable indicator of Malta’s multinational financial presence, enabling policymakers to monitor progress in attracting global operations and building a robust, diversified financial ecosystem.

The measure aims to strengthen Malta’s digital finance sector by providing targeted incentives and promoting the jurisdiction internationally, supporting sustainable growth and global competitiveness. It focuses on attracting and retaining crypto and digital finance businesses within a mature regulatory framework.

Removing references to the sandbox reflects Malta’s evolution toward a fully operational, mature regulatory environment. Targeted incentives and international promotion ensure alignment with strategic priorities, attract high-quality firms, and consolidate Malta’s position as a leading hub for regulated digital finance activities.

The KPI tracks the number of authorized Crypto Asset Service Providers and Financial Institutions, set at 175 by 2035. This provides a precise, measurable indicator of sector development and regulatory effectiveness, enabling policymakers to monitor growth, ensure compliance, and maintain Malta’s strategic positioning in the global digital finance market.

The measure aims to strengthen Malta’s financial services sector by expanding focus beyond investment funds to include asset servicing, wealth management, and capital market development. It emphasises innovation, regulatory automation, and competitiveness to drive sustainable sector growth.
Broadening the scope ensures that Malta captures growth opportunities across the full spectrum of financial services while fostering innovation and efficiency. Setting ambitious yet realistic targets supports strategic planning, risk management, and alignment with historical growth trends and market potential.
The KPI sets a target of €29Bn in assets under management by 2035, reflecting a conservative CAGR of 2.98%. Tracking this metric provides a measurable indicator of sector expansion, investment activity, and overall competitiveness, allowing policymakers to monitor progress and calibrate regulatory or incentive measures to achieve sustainable growth

The measure aims to enhance the competitiveness and attractiveness of the Malta ship registry, promoting growth in the number of vessels registered under the Malta flag and strengthening the country’s position in the global maritime market.
Maintaining and expanding the ship registry supports Malta’s strategic objective of being a preferred jurisdiction for ship owners. The number of ships on the Malta flag reflects market confidence, regulatory credibility, and the overall competitiveness of Malta’s maritime services.

The KPI tracks the total number of ships registered under the Malta flag, providing a direct, quantifiable indicator of registry attractiveness and market share. Monitoring this metric allows policymakers to assess the effectiveness of regulatory, fiscal, and promotional measures aimed at growing the registry and sustaining Malta’s global maritime standing.

The measure establishes a comprehensive talent strategy for Malta’s maritime sector, encompassing traditional education, proactive outreach, lifelong learning, reskilling, and new course offerings. It aims to develop a skilled workforce capable of meeting current and future industry needs.

Expanding beyond traditional education programs allows for a dynamic and responsive approach to evolving maritime sector demands. By integrating reskilling and continuous learning, the measure addresses talent shortages, strengthens workforce adaptability, and ensures sustained sector competitiveness.

The KPI-annual participant engagement in structured maritime skills initiatives-provides a direct, measurable indicator of capacity-building progress. Tracking engagement allows policymakers to assess the effectiveness of talent development programs and ensures that efforts are translating into a skilled, industry-ready workforce aligned with Malta’s maritime strategy.

The measure aims to enhance Malta’s port efficiency and trade capacity by increasing container handling throughput, supporting strategic growth in maritime logistics and overall port sector competitiveness.

The 2035 target provides a clear, actionable benchmark for operational and investment planning. Using container throughput as a measure aligns with industry standards, allowing Malta to track performance, identify capacity needs, and guide infrastructure and service improvements.

The KPI tracks annual Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) handled, a standard indicator of port throughput and productivity. Monitoring TEUs provides an objective measure of operational efficiency and growth, enabling targeted investments and ensuring that port activities meet strategic trade and logistics objectives by 2035.

The measure aims to enhance Malta’s port sector by prioritizing international routes and service diversification, supporting increased trade, connectivity, and global maritime engagement. It focuses on strengthening the country’s strategic position in international shipping and port operations.

By focusing on international routes and diversifying services, the measure aligns port development with strategic economic priorities, maximizes trade opportunities, and strengthens Malta’s competitiveness in the global maritime sector. Clear targets also facilitate efficient planning and resource allocation.

The KPI tracks specific, measurable targets: 13,350 international ship calls and 2,450 container calls. These indicators provide actionable data to monitor trade growth, port activity, and the effectiveness of initiatives aimed at expanding international maritime services, ensuring alignment with the macro objective of increasing Malta’s global connectivity and port sector performance.

The measure aims to enhance Malta’s port sector by prioritising international routes and service diversification, supporting increased trade, connectivity, and global maritime engagement. It focuses on strengthening the country’s strategic position in international shipping and port operations.

By focusing on international routes and diversifying services, the measure aligns port development with strategic economic priorities, maximizes trade opportunities, and strengthens Malta’s competitiveness in the global maritime sector. Clear targets also facilitate efficient planning and resource allocation.

The KPI tracks specific, measurable targets: 13,350 international ship calls and 2,450 container calls. These indicators provide actionable data to monitor trade growth, port activity, and the effectiveness of initiatives aimed at expanding international maritime services, ensuring alignment with the macro objective of increasing Malta’s global connectivity and port sector performance.

The measure establishes a strategic transition framework for Malta’s data hosting sector, promoting sustainability, sector-wide readiness, and the adoption of green technologies by 2035. It shifts from a strict regulatory mandate to a collaborative, incentivised approach that encourages all stakeholders to integrate renewable-powered solutions.

Broadening the scope from regulatory compliance to a strategic, sector-wide transition enables more effective engagement, innovation, and adoption of sustainable practices. This approach aligns with Malta’s national sustainability goals and EU directives, ensuring the data hosting sector contributes meaningfully to environmental targets while remaining competitive and resilient.
The KPI measures the adoption of renewable-powered data hosting solutions, providing a tangible and actionable indicator of progress toward sector sustainability. Tracking this metric ensures that policy and incentive programs are effectively driving environmental transformation in line with Malta’s 2035 sustainability objectives.

The measure aims to develop high-value talent across Malta’s gaming verticals, specifically targeting iGaming (online gambling) and interactive entertainment sectors. It focuses on nurturing specialised skills and roles to strengthen the competitiveness, innovation capacity, and sustainability of both industries.The original wording lacked specificity on sectoral focus. By clearly defining iGaming and interactive entertainment as the target industries, the measure aligns talent development initiatives with Malta’s strategic priorities. Emphasising specialised roles rather than general employment ensures that workforce growth directly supports high-value, skill-intensive positions critical for sectoral competitiveness and international positioning.

The KPI tracks the creation and placement of specialised talent within the targeted sectors, providing an objective measure of skills development and workforce readiness. This ensures that progress is evaluated based on the quality and relevance of roles created, directly reflecting the effectiveness of initiatives in fostering a skilled, industry-aligned workforce for Malta’s gaming ecosystem.

The measure aims to strengthen Malta’s position as a global e-sports hub by promoting high-profile international competitions while simultaneously developing structured grassroots pathways to nurture local talent. It emphasises both international visibility and domestic capacity building.

By highlighting Malta’s established global esports presence and focusing on grassroots development, the measure ensures a sustainable pipeline of talent and builds long-term sectoral resilience. Counting major events provides clarity on Malta’s ability to attract international teams and maintain a competitive, high-profile esports ecosystem.

The KPI tracks the number of major esports events hosted in Malta, providing a concrete measure of international recognition and operational capacity. This allows policymakers to objectively assess progress in enhancing Malta’s global esports presence while supporting grassroots talent development initiatives.

The measure aims to position Malta as a leading hub for interactive and immersive technologies by supporting the establishment and growth of game studios, esports initiatives, and emerging immersive tech ventures. It emphasises international collaboration, innovation, and talent development across the broader digital entertainment ecosystem.

Expanding the sectoral scope beyond video games and esports ensures alignment with global trends in immersive technologies, attracting high-value investment and fostering innovation. Reinforcing Malta’s ongoing commitment signals continuity, credibility, and strategic intent, while close industry engagement helps identify opportunities, address barriers, and nurture a sustainable, internationally competitive ecosystem.

The KPI measures the number of game and immersive technology studios established in Malta, providing a tangible indicator of sector growth and ecosystem expansion. Monitored by Gaming Malta, this metric allows policymakers to track progress in attracting investment, supporting innovation, and strengthening Malta’s position as a hub for interactive and immersive technologies.

The measure aims to strengthen Malta’s interactive entertainment sector by supporting both emerging and established international studios, as well as local stakeholders, through targeted fiscal incentives. This broader and more inclusive approach positions Malta as a competitive jurisdiction for interactive entertainment while fostering sustainable sectoral growth and innovation.

By including established international studios and local actors, the measure promotes strategic partnerships, knowledge transfer, and higher-value economic activity. Targeted fiscal incentives ensure alignment with industry needs, attract investment, and enhance Malta’s reputation as a hub for interactive entertainment.

The KPI tracks the Gross Value Added (GVA) contribution of the interactive entertainment sector, providing a standard, objective measure of the sector’s economic impact. Monitoring GVA allows policymakers to assess the effectiveness of fiscal incentives and other initiatives in stimulating investment, generating economic value, and supporting sustainable growth in Malta’s interactive entertainment ecosystem.

The measure aims to strengthen Malta’s position as a premium cruise homeport by attracting higher-quality cruise operations and reinforcing the country’s role as a strategic base for selected cruise itineraries. The focus is on developing a sustainable, value-oriented cruise segment rather than maximising passenger volumes.

Premium and upmarket cruise liners typically operate with lower passenger capacity but generate higher per-passenger expenditure, improved destination branding, and more controlled port impacts. Targeting this segment supports Malta’s broader tourism strategy centred on quality, spending potential, and sustainable visitor flows, while enhancing the competitiveness of cruise homeporting operations in the Maltese Islands.

The KPI sets a concrete target of five mid-size vessels (900-2,500 passengers) homeporting in Malta, from the current 1 (P&O), by 2035. By focusing on vessel size and homeporting status, the indicator prioritises the attraction of premium-market ships rather than high-volume mainstream vessels. This provides a clear, measurable benchmark to track progress in repositioning the cruise sector towards higher-value segments and ensuring alignment between operational outcomes and the strategic objective.

The measure seeks to strengthen the tourism sector’s value proposition by increasing the economic contribution generated per visitor, focusing on higher-quality experiences, diversified offerings, and stronger destination competitiveness rather than simply increasing visitor numbers.
A value-driven tourism strategy prioritises higher visitor spending, better-quality services, and sustainable growth. Emphasising expenditure at the destination supports local businesses, cultural activities, retail, gastronomy, and experiential tourism, thereby maximising economic returns while reducing pressure linked to volume-based tourism growth.

The KPI-expenditure per capita per night-captures the amount visitors spend within the destination (excluding accommodation and travel), making it a direct measure of the destination’s on-the-ground value generation. The indicator is compiled from official data sources including the Malta Tourism Authority and the National Statistics Office (Malta), ensuring reliability and consistency. Tracking this metric allows policymakers to objectively assess whether tourism policies and product improvements are successfully increasing visitor spending and overall sector value

The measure aims to improve the overall quality and positioning of the accommodation sector by increasing the share of higher-rated hotel capacity and strengthening standards across all accommodation types in Malta, Gozo, and Comino. It is supported by legislative updates and targeted initiatives led by the Malta Tourism Authority to enhance quality, competitiveness, and market positioning.

Shifting the accommodation mix towards higher-quality offerings supports a value-driven tourism model focused on higher-spending visitors, improved visitor experience, and stronger international reputation. Rather than simply expanding bed capacity, the measure prioritises upgrading standards across the sector, including distinct local accommodation types, ensuring balanced development and long-term sustainability of the tourism product.

The KPI measures the percentage of total bed stock classified as 4-5 stars, providing a flexible, proportional indicator of quality improvement across the sector. The KPI tracks the share rather than the absolute number of beds, it captures real structural upgrading even as the total supply changes. The availability of this data through the Malta Tourism Authority ensures reliable monitoring and allows progress to be directly linked to legislative reforms and quality-enhancement initiatives implemented under the macro measure.

The measure focuses on the implementation of key flagship touristic and community infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing Malta’s capacity to host major events and broaden high‑quality recreational offerings. Specifically, it includes the development of a multi‑purpose conference centre targeted for completion by 2029 and the creation of three landmark family parks at White Rocks, Manoel Island and Fort Campbell. These Parks are designed primarily to serve and enrich the local population, providing high‑quality cultural, recreational, and community‑oriented spaces, while also remaining fully accessible and appealing to tourists. By positioning these investments as dual‑purpose assets (meeting resident needs while supporting the tourism economy), the measure strengthens the holistic development of the national infrastructure. The revised wording clearly defines the scope and timelines of the projects, ensuring the measure remains concrete, actionable, and oriented toward full delivery by 2035.

The KPI directly links progress to the timely completion and operational readiness of these flagship projects within their defined milestones and the overall 2035 Horizon. By tracking the delivery, commissioning, and functional use of the conference centre and family parks, the KPI ensures monitoring is based on tangible infrastructure outcomes. This provides a clear and objective assessment of progress toward the macro‑level goal of reinforcing Malta’s high‑impact tourism and community infrastructure in a way that benefits residents while enhancing the visitor experience.

The measure aims to strengthen the country’s position as a leading destination for high-impact international conferences, expos, and fora by actively attracting and hosting large-scale events. The focus is on increasing the annual number of major events exceeding 7,000 delegates, with a target of at least five such events per year by 2035.

Large-scale international events generate substantial economic value through high visitor expenditure, extended stays, and off-season demand, while also enhancing global visibility, knowledge exchange, and sectoral networking opportunities. Prioritising fewer but larger and higher-quality events supports a strategy centred on value creation, international reputation, and sustainable tourism growth rather than volume alone.

The KPI establishes a clear minimum delegate threshold (7,000+) to ensure that only events with significant economic, social, and reputational impact are counted. By setting a measurable annual target (minimum five events), it provides an objective method to track progress in attracting high-value events, aligning performance monitoring directly with the strategic goal of strengthening the premium international events segment.