Malta is a small and dense populated country which constitutes of a chain of 7 islands in the Mediterranean Sea. Neighboring countries of Malta are Sicily, Tunisia and Libya. English and Maltese are the official languages of the country. The most practiced religion of the country is Roman Catholicism. It is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations and European Union.

Cuisine of Malta is a blend of the local cuisine along with that of the foreigners who have made Malta their home. Many of the popular Maltese dishes are of Moorish, Italian or Sicilian origin. Traditional music of Malta is known as Ghana which ahs folk guitar as background music. Nowadays most of the music of the country is heavily westernized. Maltese is the most commonly spoken language in Malta.

The strategic location of Malta has helped the country from ancient times in different sectors including economy. The Suez Channel had helped the economy to grow by leaps and bounds by means of shipping. However, there was a decline in the shipping industry. The economy of Malta is currently based upon Limestone, a workforce that is productive and its strategic location. Other factors which also influence the economy to a large extent are tourism, manufacturing and foreign trade.