World Humanitarian Day 2024: ActForHumanity

World Humanitarian Day 2024 focuses on addressing the alarming rise in attacks on civilians and humanitarians. The Sovereign Order of Malta, with a 900-year legacy of aiding the vulnerable, continues its global humanitarian efforts, including significant support for those affected by the war in Ukraine.

The rarest passport in the world

The rarest passport in the world is that of the Knights of Malta, with approximately 500 copies existing worldwide.

Meeting with H.E. Alfred Simonis, President of the Chamber of Deputies

A very productive meeting with H.E. Alfred Simonis, President of the Chamber of Deputies.

Investiture Ceremony of New Members in Satu Mare

It was a great joy to welcome last Sunday in the Order Vákár István and Gergő Hegedüs in a celebration in Satu Mare, officiated by the Bishop of Satu Mare, H.E. Schönberger Jenő and co-celebrated by the chief Chaplain father Gabriel Popa and the Chaplain Stelian Veres.

Embassy hosts National Day reception for the Nativity of St John the Baptist

On 25 June, the Embassy of the Order of Malta to Romania hosted its annual National Day Reception, celebrating the Nativity of John the Baptist, the Patron Saint of the Order. Among the 170 attendees were ambassadors, diplomats, government representatives, and members of the Order of Malta worldwide. Official speeches were delivered by H.E. Roberto Musneci, Ambassador of the Order of Malta to Romania, and Dr. Raed Arafat, who highlighted the origins of Romania's emergency rescue service, SMURD, supported by the Order. The event emphasized the Order's diplomatic relations and significance of St John the Baptist.

Holy Liturgy hosted by Apostolic Nuncio for the Nativity of John the Baptist

On 24 June, to celebrate the Nativity of John the Baptist, the Embassy and the National Association in Romania (AROM) of the Order of Malta were hosted at the Apostolic Nunciature by the Apostolic Nuncio to Romania and Moldova, Archbishop Giampiero Gloder, and who was joined by Mons. Ioan Robu and Fr. Gabriel Daniel Popa.

Interview with Ambassador Musneci – Financial Intelligence

Maltese Aid Service Leaders Discuss Support Programs for War-Affected Ukrainians

Ferenc Tischler - Secretary General, and Anca Simu - National Social Programs Coordinator, talking about the programs carried out to help Ukrainians

“La Grande Opera Italiana Patrimonio dell’Umanità” and Italian Republic Day

Order of Malta - “La Grande Opera Italiana Patrimonio dell'Umanità” and Italian Republic Day