FinanceMalta has welcomed the New Year with a networking event for its members and guests at Verdala Palace, under the auspices of President of MaltaMarie Louise Coleiro Preca. During this event  guests had the opportunity to network casually while also exchanging views on a number of local and international themes that characterised 2017 and theses are expected to surface this year.

Whilst thanking the President for hosting this event at such a prestigious venue, FinanceMalta Chairman Kenneth Farrugia remarked that, despite all its challenges, 2017 was another positive year for the financial services industry.  The result was another record year which saw growth across a number of key financial sectors, including fintech companies, investment service providers, securitisation vehicles and pension schemes amongst others. Furthermore, FinanceMalta hosted over 50 national and international events to present Malta's value proposition and promote Malta as an international finance centre across a number of sectors. Mr Farrugia also thanked the international network of 100 Women in Finances for attending, and the FinanceMalta Board of Governors, management and staff without who this success would not have been achieved.    

In conclusion, Mr Farrugia presented a donation to the President in aid of the Community Chest Fund on behalf of the financial services industry.