Malta

The Maltese are a distinct Mediterranean people whose language, Maltese, is the only Semitic tongue written in the Latin alphabet and an official EU language; English is also official and widely used. Rapid immigration has diversified the islands.

Malta is one of Europe's most strongly Roman Catholic countries, with the faith deeply woven into national life.

Society

Malta is the EU's smallest and most densely populated member, enjoying high living standards, with population growth driven by immigration.