New trees in Mandraġġ Garden
New trees planted in Mandraġġ Garden bring more greenery to the heart of our community. Thank you to Project Green for their collaboration as we continue making Valletta greener and more welcoming.
Valletta updates from Olaf McKay
Updates from Olaf McKay, Mayor of Valletta: community safety, culture, sustainability and international cooperation for Malta’s capital.
Representing Valletta at the United Nations Forum of Mayors
At the United Nations Forum of Mayors in Geneva, I reaffirmed our commitment to safeguarding Valletta’s heritage and placing residents’ quality of life at the centre of our work. Representing Valletta and Malta internationally is both an honour and a responsibility.
International cooperation for Valletta
A pleasure to meet Malta’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva. We discussed a more sustainable Valletta, projects to improve residents’ quality of life and opportunities for international cooperation. 🇲🇹
Together for a safer community
Monthly meetings with the Police to strengthen safety and peace of mind in Valletta. Thank you for your dedication and collaboration.
Notte Bianca lights up Valletta
Notte Bianca brought art, music and culture to Valletta on 3 October 2026. I was pleased to announce the programme alongside Minister Malcolm Agius Galea.
Strengthening Malta–Japan cultural ties
A pleasure meeting Kobayashi Ryuichiro, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of Japan in Malta. We discussed new cultural collaborations and projects to be held in Valletta, strengthening the ties between our people.
Notte Bianca is back!
Notte Bianca took place in Valletta on 3 October 2026, with an evening dedicated to art, music, culture and entertainment.
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WTTC Global Summit 2026
Valletta, Malta will be hosting the 26th World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit on 7–9 October 2026, bringing together global leaders to shape the future of tourism.
Smarter Cleaning for Valletta
Innovative equipment is reaching narrower streets, while AI, IoT and connected technology will help keep our capital cleaner every day.
World Tourism Conference
I addressed the World Tourism Conference in Beijing.
Proposal welcomed
The proposal I presented to World Tourism Cities Federation partners in China was well received by this global network of 269 members.
Electric Route 133
Valletta’s Route 133 now benefits from a new, modern, electric and sustainable bus service.