World Finance Conference Malta 2025

The World Finance Conference Malta 2025 is a leading international academic and professional event dedicated to advancing research and dialogue in finance, economics, and banking. The conference gathers scholars, industry practitioners, and policymakers from around the globe to present research, discuss emerging trends, and foster collaboration across the finance sector. With keynote speakers from prestigious institutions and a diverse program of presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities, the event serves as a vital platform for knowledge exchange and professional development in the financial community.
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Moderator: Dr. Bernice Buttigieg, Chief Strategy Officer, FinanceMalta

Panel session:

1. Pier Massa, Head, Programme Management Office, Malta Financial Services Advisory Council

2. Prof Christopher P. Buttigieg, Chief Officer, MFSA

3. George Vella, Chairman, FinanceMalta

4. Maria Cauchi Delia, CEO, Malta Institute of Accountants

Panel Brief – Innovating Finance: Malta’s Strategic Vision

Date: 28 July 2025 Time: 18:30 – 19:30 Location: Valletta, Malta

Join us for a high-level panel session exploring Malta’s strategic direction in shaping the future of financial services. Titled "Innovating Finance: Malta’s Strategic Vision", this session will bring together key figures driving policy, regulation, and innovation within Malta’s financial ecosystem.

Moderator: Bernice Buttigieg, FinanceMalta

Panelists:

· Pier Massa – Head, PMO, Malta Financial Services Advisory Council (MFSAC) Mr. Pier Massa will offer insights into the national strategy and vision guiding Malta’s evolution as a competitive international financial centre.

· Prof. Christopher P. Buttigieg – Chief Officer, Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) Prof. Buttigieg will share the MFSA’s regulatory perspective on fostering innovation while ensuring market integrity and investor protection, particularly in emerging areas like fintech, ESG, and AI.

· George Vella – Chairman, FinanceMalta Representing the private-public partnership at the heart of promoting Malta’s financial services industry, Mr. Vella will highlight initiatives aimed at enhancing Malta’s visibility and value proposition globally.

· Maria Cauchi Delia – CEO, Malta Institute of Accountants (MIA) Ms. Cauchi Delia will address the evolving role of financial professionals in a landscape shaped by sustainability, digitalisation, and international standards.

This panel provides a unique opportunity to hear directly from Malta’s financial leadership on how the country is embracing innovation, responding to global trends, and positioning itself for long-term success in a rapidly changing financial environment.

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