The map shows in purple the selected country (Malta), and represents in a green scale its closest relations, and in a red scale its strained relations.
Malta is a small island nation located in the Mediterranean Sea. It is located south of Italy and east of Tunisia, and is one of the member states of the European Union. Malta has a long and complex history, having been occupied by various powers throughout its history, including the Phoenicians, Romans, Moors, and British.
Malta gained independence from the British in 1964 and became a republic in 1974. It is a parliamentary democracy with a president as its head of state and a prime minister as its head of government. The official languages of Malta are Maltese and English, and the country has a diverse population with a mix of Maltese, Italian, and other European ancestry.
Malta is a major shipping hub and has a strong economy, with a GDP per capita that is higher than the EU average. The country is known for its tourism industry, with its sunny climate, historical sites, and beautiful beaches attracting millions of visitors each year. It is also a member of the Eurozone and the Schengen Area, which allows for free movement of goods and people within those regions.
Geopolitically, Malta has traditionally maintained good relations with its neighbors and is a member of various international organizations, including the United Nations and the Council of Europe. It is also an active member of the European Union, and has played a significant role in regional issues such as the refugee crisis.
Capital | Valletta |
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Population | 441 543 |
Land Area (sq km) | 316 |
Main religion | Christianity |
Life Expectancy | 82 years |
Malta maintains contact with 22 countries. The five most intense relations Malta has are with: India with a score of 11 135 , Israel with a score of 6 662 , Libya with a score of 6 278 , United States with a score of 5 615 , and Spain with a score of 4 469 .
Position | Country | Influence | Options |
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1 | India | 11 135 | |
2 | Israel | 6 662 | |
3 | Libya | 6 278 | |
4 | United States | 5 615 | |
5 | Spain | 4 469 |
The top five closest relations from Malta are: Spain with a score of 9.31 , United Kingdom with a score of 9.27 , Italy with a score of 9.2 , Slovakia with a score of 9.18 , and Germany with a score of 9.11 .
Position | Country | Relation | Options |
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1 | Spain | 9.3 | |
2 | United Kingdom | 9.3 | |
3 | Italy | 9.2 | |
4 | Slovakia | 9.2 | |
5 | Germany | 9.1 |
While, the top five strained relations from Malta are: Libya with a score of 3.53 , Japan with a score of 4.95 , Australia with a score of 5.29 , Russia with a score of 5.36 , and Tunisia with a score of 5.52 .
Position | Country | Relation | Options |
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1 | Libya | 3.5 | |
2 | Japan | 5.0 | |
3 | Australia | 5.3 | |
4 | Russia | 5.4 | |
5 | Tunisia | 5.5 |
Of the total of 22 countries with which Malta maintains relations, it has an Excellent relation with 8 countries , a Good relation with 9 countries , a Neutral relation with 4 countries , a Bad relation with 1 country.
Relation | Quantity |
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1.Excellent | 8 |
2.Good | 9 |
3.Neutral | 4 |
4.Bad | 1 |
Position | Country | Relation | Options |
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1 | Spain | 9.3 | |
2 | United Kingdom | 9.3 | |
3 | Italy | 9.2 | |
4 | Slovakia | 9.2 | |
5 | Germany | 9.1 | |
6 | Portugal | 9.0 | |
7 | Greece | 9.0 | |
8 | United States | 8.5 | |
9 | Albania | 8.0 | |
10 | Ukraine | 7.7 | |
11 | Turkey | 7.7 | |
12 | Cyprus | 7.7 | |
13 | Israel | 7.5 | |
14 | Serbia | 7.3 | |
15 | NATO | 6.7 | |
16 | India | 6.5 | |
17 | Pakistan | 6.3 | |
18 | Tunisia | 5.5 | |
19 | Russia | 5.4 | |
20 | Australia | 5.3 | |
21 | Japan | 5.0 | |
22 | Libya | 3.5 |
The data shown in this webpage has been updated in .