On Friday, 23 October 2026, the Malta Statistics Authority (MSA), together with its executive arm, the National Statistics Office (NSO), commemorated 25 years of service, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of official statistics.
During the ceremony, Mr Etienne Caruana, Director General of the NSO, reflected on the Office’s principal milestones and achievements. In a video message, Ms Mariana Kotzeva, Director General of Eurostat, acknowledged Malta’s valuable contribution to the European Statistical System (ESS). Delivering the concluding address, the Chairman of the MSA, Dr Carl Camilleri, reflected on the major transformations that have shaped official statistics and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
The ceremony culminated in a tribute to former Chairpersons of the MSA and Directors General of the NSO, who were presented with tokens of appreciation in recognition of their leadership, dedication and invaluable contribution to the development of official statistics in Malta.
