Prime Minister Meets Leading International Companies To Strengthen Malta’s Connectivity
Prime Minister Robert Abela held a series of meetings in New York with senior representatives of Delta Air Lines and BlackRock as part of the Government’s efforts to strengthen Malta’s international connectivity, attract high-quality investment and create new economic opportunities.
During a meeting with Delta Air Lines Vice President Scott Jordan, discussions focused on the performance of the airline’s direct route between New York JFK and Malta, which began operating three times a week in June this year.
The route recorded an average seat load factor of 84% up to 21 September, reflecting strong demand for the direct service. Following this positive performance, both sides discussed the possibility of extending the route into 2027. They also explored further collaboration to promote Malta in the American market.
Prime Minister Abela said the direct connection with New York is already generating benefits for tourism and business while strengthening Malta’s links with the United States and creating additional opportunities for travel and trade.
The Prime Minister also met representatives of BlackRock, one of the world’s largest investment management companies, to discuss opportunities for further investment in Malta. During the meeting, he highlighted the country’s strong economic performance, political and economic stability, and ongoing efforts to attract investment in strategic and innovative sectors.
He stressed that Malta must continue to position itself as a credible and competitive destination for international investors while ensuring that new investment creates quality employment and long-term opportunities for Maltese and Gozitan workers and businesses.
“These meetings reflect our continued efforts to strengthen Malta’s connectivity and attract further high-quality investment to our country. Our objective is clear. To build a stronger and more competitive economy that creates better opportunities for people, businesses and future generations,” said Prime Minister Robert Abela.