What relationship does Malta aspire to have with the EU?
The exact nature of its future relationship with the EU is the subject of ongoing discussions and negotiations presently taking place between the government and the EU. Amongst the items for discussion is a three year transition period leading to a free trade agreement between the two parties. While these discussions continue, Maltas formal relationship with the EU is defined by the terms of its present Association Agreement with the EU, originally signed in 1970. Whatever the outcome of the present negotiations, Maltas relationship with the EU is expected to become closer in the period ahead.
