By Roy Lie Atjam
On the mild winter afternoon of December 12, 2025, a distinguished group of ambassadors, diplomats, and international representatives assembled at the Embassy of Malta to acknowledge and celebrate the Republic Day invitation from Ambassador H.E. Jeffrey Curmi.
The reception started with a captivating performance by the talented duo Kurt Falzon (violin) and Claudia Vicente Cano (cello), who beautifully rendered the national anthems of the Republic of Malta and the Kingdom of the Netherlands, setting the tone for the occasion.
The celebratory reception also marked the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Malta and the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
Ambassador Jeffrey Curmi emphasized the great importance that Malta places on the shared values and principles that have historically formed the foundation of the relationship between the two nations. Looking to the future, the Ambassador expressed Malta’s commitment to continue deepening collaboration and partnership with the Netherlands in the years to come.
He also expressed sincere gratitude for the collegiality and support provided by fellow ambassadors and high-level officials from international organizations in The Hague to his Embassy and Permanent Representation.
Ambassador Curmi affirmed Malta’s commitment as a proud member of the EU and the international community, standing as a bridge between cultures and a voice in favor of dialogue and cooperation.
Malta’s engagement in global affairs, its commitment to peace and security, and its respect for international law are pillars upon which it continues to engage bilaterally and multilaterally.
The program included a raffle for a plane ticket for two to Malta, courtesy of KM Malta Airlines. The lucky winner was the Ambassador of Brazil.
The reception saw a strong turnout and was filled with a festive ambience. The Embassy of Malta extended its sincere appreciation to the representatives of the Malta Tourism Authority and KM Malta Airlines for their support in organizing this outstanding event.
