International Business &
Investment Forum Malta

Forum

22 May 2026·The Embassy Valletta Hotel

FORUM

International Business & Investment Forum Malta

A high-level forum for CEOs, investors and entrepreneurs.
Discover how to structure, scale and operate internationally through Malta.

Featuring leading tax experts, advisors and EU structuring specialists

Date

Friday, May 22, 2026

Time

10:00 – 18:00 CET

Location

The Embassy Valletta Hotel, Valletta, Malta

Target Audience

CEOs, International Entrepreneurs, Investors & Decision-Makers

About the Event

The Vision Behind the Forum

The International Business & Investment Forum Malta is a premier full-day event designed for entrepreneurs, C-level executives and decision makers, and international investors who want to understand the strategic advantages of operating in or through Malta.

As an EU member state with one of Europe's most competitive tax frameworks, Malta offers unique opportunities for holding structures, IP management, international trade, and cross-border expansion. This forum brings together leading experts to share practical insights, real-world case studies, and actionable strategies.

Key Topics

Insights Shared

Malta as an EU Business Hub

Strategic advantages for international companies looking to establish or expand operations within the EU.

Tax-Efficient Structuring

How Malta's 5% effective tax rate works in practice, including holding structures and the refund system.

Cross-Border Investment

Navigating double tax treaties, substance requirements, and compliance for DACH-region businesses.

Relocation & Residency

Practical steps for entrepreneurs considering Malta as a personal or corporate base, including residency programs.

Government Incentives

Malta Enterprise investment incentives, grants, and support programs for international businesses.

Networking & Deal Flow

Structured networking sessions connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and service providers.

Financial Services Regulation in Mata

MFSA licensing, compliance requirements, and Malta's regulatory framework for financial services and fintech.

Speakers

Voices of the Forum

Dr. Marco Felder

Co-Founder & Partner at FS+P AG

Expert in international tax structuring and cross-border M&A transactions with a focus on DACH-region clients.

Prof. Dr. Adrian Cloer

Forvis Mazars, Berlin

Leading tax law professor and practitioner specializing in international corporate taxation and EU fiscal policy.

Mr. Alfons Schwarte

Managing Director, Euro Tax Consulting / BVMW Malta

Over 10 years of experience advising German-speaking entrepreneurs on Malta-based corporate structuring and business relocation.

Mr. Paul Giglio

Forvis Mazars, Malta

Public Account and Tax & Assurance Partner.

Malta Enterprise

Government Agency for Investment Promotion

Malta's official economic development agency, providing incentives and support for companies establishing operations on the island.

Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)

Single regulator of financial services in Malta

Malta's financial services regulator, overseeing banking, insurance, investment, pensions, and capital markets.

Venue

Where It Happens

The Embassy Valletta Hotel

South Street, Valletta VLT 1101, Malta

A boutique 5-star hotel in the heart of Valletta's historic centre, steps from the Grand Harbour. The perfect setting for high-level business events.

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International Business &Investment Forum Malta