# Malta National Day

Date: 21 Sep 2026
Released by: Marco Rubio, Secretary of State

## MediaRelease.co Summary

Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a press statement marking Malta National Day on behalf of the United States. The U.S.-Malta partnership continues to deliver meaningful results.

## Original release

On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Malta as you celebrate the anniversary of your independence. The U.S.-Malta partnership continues to deliver meaningful results. This year Malta became the 65th nation to sign the Artemis Accords, expanding our cooperation in space exploration. Bilateral trade reached $2.6 billion in 2025, as American companies continue to find opportunities in Malta. Our countries have also strengthened security cooperation through Malta’s entry into the Registry Information Sharing Compact, an important tool for maritime security and countering sanctions evasion. Our growing ties in education and culture, including advanced cultural and professional exchanges, new Fulbright research partnerships, and expanded university cooperation, further strengthen the connections between our people. The United States looks forward to expanding practical cooperation that advances the security and prosperity of both the American and Maltese people. On this special day, I extend my warmest congratulations to the people of Malta.

## Key details

- Author/spokesperson: Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
- Published: 21 Sep 2026
- Publisher country: United States
- Subject country/region: National (United States)
- Original source: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/09/malta-national-day-2/
- MediaRelease.co URL: https://mediarelease.co/us/mr00950-malta-national-day-21092026.html

Original source: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/09/malta-national-day-2/
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