Malta Tourism joins WTTC as destination partner & the host of Global Summit 2026
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The country prepares to host WTTC’s Summit in Valletta from October 7–9, 2026, bringing together CEOs, ministers, investors, and tourism leaders from around the world to discuss the future of Travel & Tourism.
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced the joining of the Malta Tourism Authority as a Destination Partner, further strengthening collaboration with one of Europe’s most dynamic tourism destinations and the host of WTTC’s Global Summit 2026 in Valletta.
As the organisation responsible for promoting Malta as a leading tourism destination, the Malta Tourism Authority plays a key role in supporting the country's tourism industry. The MTA works closely with government, industry partners, local communities, and international stakeholders to help tourism drive economic growth while protecting Malta’s cultural heritage.
The partnership comes at a particularly significant moment as Malta prepares to host WTTC’s Global Summit in Valletta from October 7–9, 2026, bringing together CEOs, ministers, investors, and tourism leaders from around the world to discuss the future of Travel & Tourism. The event will showcase Malta’s tourism success story and provide a platform for strengthening public-private collaboration while highlighting the destination’s commitment to sustainable growth and innovation.
Jo Etienne Abela, Minister for Tourism, said, “Malta’s partnership with the World Travel & Tourism Council comes at an important moment for our tourism sector and for our country as we prepare to welcome the world to Valletta for the 2026 Global Summit. This Destination Partnership strengthens Malta’s engagement with leading voices in the global tourism industry and provides an important platform to share our experience, while also learning from international partners and identifying new opportunities for sustainable growth. We want Malta to remain a destination that offers quality, authenticity and memorable experiences, while ensuring that tourism continues to create value for our economy, our communities and future generations. Hosting the WTTC Global Summit is a recognition of Malta’s growing role on the international tourism stage, and we look forward to using this opportunity to showcase the very best of the Maltese Islands and our vision for the future of tourism.”
“We are delighted to welcome the Malta Tourism Authority as a Destination Partner at a particularly exciting time for the destination. As Malta prepares to host WTTC’s Global Summit in Valletta, it will have the opportunity to showcase its unique heritage, hospitality, and vision for sustainable growth to industry leaders from around the world. We look forward to working together to highlight Malta’s position as one of Europe’s most compelling tourism destinations,” said Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO.
Carlo Micallef, Malta Tourism Authority CEO, said, “Becoming a Destination Partner with the WTTC is a major step for the Malta Tourism Authority. This partnership gives Malta a direct platform to connect with top decision-makers across the global travel industry. As we prepare to host the 2026 Global Summit in Valletta, aligning with the WTTC highlights our strong commitment to continue developing a sustainable and resilient tourism industry for the Maltese Islands building on the unique experiences and rich heritage that only Malta can offer.”
