Language
Maltese
Valletta, Malta
The only Semitic language written in the Latin alphabet and an official language of the EU. Its core is Arabic-derived with many Italian and English words.
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Malta: leaders, famous people, culture and history
1 place on the atlas covering language. Highlights include Maltese.
What is on the atlas
- Language Maltese
Who leads Malta?
| President | Myriam Spiteri Debono |
|---|---|
| Prime Minister | Robert Abela |
Office-holders as of July 2026. Governments change, so check Malta’s official government website for the latest. Full list of heads of state and government.
Famous people from Malta
- Jean de la Valette Grand Master of the Order of St John
- Mattia Preti Baroque painter who worked in Malta
- Dom Mintoff Prime Minister
- Edward de Bono author on lateral thinking
- Joseph Calleja opera tenor
A short, well-known selection rather than a ranking. People pinned on the map appear in the cards below.
Language in Malta
How to use this page
This page brings together the people who lead Malta today, a short selection of well-known people from Malta, and the 1 place pinned for Malta on the atlas. Use the buttons at the top to see Malta on the map, where you can filter by theme, read a short summary of each pin and follow the link to Wikipedia for the full article. To browse the same themes across the whole world, see the language page.
Questions about Malta
Who is the leader of Malta?
As of July 2026: President: Myriam Spiteri Debono; Prime Minister: Robert Abela. Office-holders change, so check the official government site for the latest.
Who are some famous people from Malta?
Well-known people connected with Malta include Jean de la Valette (Grand Master of the Order of St John), Mattia Preti (Baroque painter who worked in Malta), Dom Mintoff (Prime Minister), Edward de Bono (author on lateral thinking) and Joseph Calleja (opera tenor).
What languages and scripts is Malta known for?
Language entries for Malta on the atlas include Maltese. Open the map for photos and links to read more.
How can I explore Malta on the map?
Choose See Malta on the map above, or search for Malta on the atlas. You can filter by theme, drag the Time travel slider to see who was alive and what was standing in different centuries, and open any pin for a short summary and a link to the full Wikipedia article.