The Constitution of Malta
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Chapter I

The Republic of Malta

1. Malta is a democratic republic founded on work...

Chapter IV

The Executive

79. The executive authority of Malta is vested in the President.

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Chapter I

The Republic of Malta

1.Malta is a democratic republic founded on work and on respect for the fundamental rights and freedoms of the individual.

2.The territories of Malta consist of those territories comprised in Malta immediately before the appointed day...

3.Malta is a neutral state actively pursuing peace, security and social progress among all nations...

Chapter III

Fundamental Rights and Freedoms

32.Whereas every person in Malta is entitled to the fundamental rights and freedoms...

33.The right to life shall be protected by law...

Chapter IV

The Executive

79.The executive authority of Malta is vested in the President.

80.There shall be a Cabinet for Malta which shall consist of the Prime Minister and such number of other Ministers...

Chapter VI

Parliament

51.There shall be a Parliament of Malta which shall consist of the President and a House of Representatives.

52.The House of Representatives shall consist of such number of members...

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Understanding Malta's Constitutional Law

The Constitution of Malta serves as the supreme law of the Republic, establishing the framework for democratic governance, fundamental rights, and the separation of powers.

🛡️ Fundamental Rights & Freedoms

Chapter IV of Malta's Constitution guarantees essential human rights including freedom of expression, assembly, movement, and protection from discrimination.

  • • Right to Life (Article 33)
  • • Freedom of Expression (Article 41)
  • • Protection from Discrimination (Article 45)
  • • Freedom of Movement (Article 44)
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🏛️ Government Structure

Malta's parliamentary democracy features clear separation of powers between the executive (President & Cabinet), legislative (Parliament), and judicial branches.

  • • Parliamentary System (Chapter VI)
  • • Executive Authority (Chapter VII)
  • • Independent Judiciary (Chapter VIII)
  • • Local Government (Chapter XA)
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⚖️ Constitutional Principles

Malta's Constitution establishes core democratic principles including the rule of law, constitutional supremacy, and neutrality in international affairs.

  • • Democratic Republic (Article 1)
  • • Constitutional Supremacy (Article 6)
  • • Neutrality (Article 1.3)
  • • Rule of Law & Equality
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Malta Constitution: Key Facts

1964
Constitution Established
11
Main Chapters
124
Constitutional Articles
2
Official Languages

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