Category: Expert Posts

A brief appreciation of Dissolutions & Winding-Ups within the context of the Companies Act (Malta)

Whilst the business of company service providers (CSPs), more often than not, includes the constitution and incorporation of companies, it is worth mentioning the process...

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An article from Dr. Michael Calleja

8 Things you need to know about the AML/CFT Implementing Procedures for CSP Sector

It is the moment all MLROs and Compliance Officers within the local Corporate Services Providers (CSP) sphere have been waiting for – the publication of...

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An article from Malcolm Wallbank

Banking Regulation and Supervision in Malta

An overview of banking regulation and supervision in Malta, since its inception until 2021 (today). This is the first of six expert’s posts on the...

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An article from Darren Borg

An in-depth appreciation of the proposed changes to the CSP Sector in Malta

Introduction. The Maltese islands benefit from the fact that they inherently rest on a relatively stable part of the African plate – with major earthquakes...

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An article from Dr. Michael Calleja

Demystifying Portugal’s Non-Habitual Residents (NHR) Scheme

On the 23rd of September 2009, the Portuguese Government approved Decree-Law 249/2009, introducing to the already existing ‘Investment Tax Code’ an innovative tax scheme for...

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An article from Urs Fischer

Brexit – End of Transition Period

Malta always had a good relationship with the United Kingdom. However, what will happen now that the UK left the European Union? Yes, that is...

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An article from Dr. Rebecca Mifsud

Outsourcing Obligations of Subject Persons

Introduction In an ever challenging and complicated world, the concept of ‘outsourcing’ has gained further traction amongst subject persons who seek to outsource a portion...

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An article from Dr. Michael Calleja

Dealing with High-Risk and Non-Reputable Jurisdictions.

Introduction. More often than not, the terms ‘High-Risk’ and ‘Non-Reputable’ countries are often used interchangeably within the context of Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing...

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An article from Dr. Michael Calleja

Malta Budget 2021 – Most Salient Features for Individuals and Businesses

Finance Minister Edward Scicluna presented the 2021 Budget for Malta yesterday. The theme for this year’s Budget is “Strongly Moving Forward” – a theme apt...

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An article from Dr. Marthese Grech

Corporate Governance – why all the fuss?

INTRODUCTION. In February of 2020, the MFSA (Malta Financial Services Authority) launched a stakeholder consultation outlining several proposals for the setting-up of a comprehensive principles-based...

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An article from Dr. Michael Calleja

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