An Introduction to Malta
Great Britain formally acquired possession of Malta in 1814. The island staunchly supported the UK through both World Wars and remained in the Commonwealth when it became independent in 1964. A decade later Malta became a republic. Since about the mid-1980s, the island has transformed itself into a freight transshipment point, a financial center, and a tourist destination. Malta became an EU member in May of 2004.
Map of Malta ( Location ) : 35 50 N, 14 35 E, Southern Europe, islands in the Mediterranean Sea, south of Sicily (Italy).
For additional reports and educational information specific to Malta, refer to the Country Info menubar to the upper right.
The Maltese Flag
Two equal vertical bands of white (hoist side) and red; in the upper hoist-side corner is a representation of the George Cross, edged in red.
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Rankings of The Most Populous Countries in the World.
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Some interesting facts and figures about Malta.
Pop Growth Rate / Year:
• 0.42%
Avg. Life Expectancy:
• 76.51 yrs - Male
• 80.98 yrs - Female
Phone Lines:
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208,300 (2003)
Televisions:
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280,000 (1997)
Radios:
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255,000 (1997)
Internet Code:
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.mt
Did you know ... People from Malta are called Maltese
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