Category: Restaurants
Andrew Agius Muscat, CEO MHRA

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Following a request earlier this year by the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association, Ms. Maria Micallef, MCESD Chairperson, convened a MCESD Council meeting focused on disaster preparedness and emergency coordination, bringing together key national authorities and stakeholders. In his intervention, MHRA CEO Andrew Agius Muscat stressed that preparedness must not be viewed as a reaction to […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 28, 2026
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The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) commends the Government of Malta for leading and launching Vision 2050, an important national milestone that reflects collective ambition and responsibility. Vision 2050 is not only a policy framework; it is a celebration of the Maltese people, of all those of goodwill who want to ensure that what […]

Mediterranean ObserverFebruary 12, 2026
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The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) has welcomed the announcement of a new record year for Malta’s tourism sector, stating that the results reflect sustained vision, investment, and collective delivery across the industry. MHRA President Tony Zahra stated that, “The figures achieved in 2025 are indeed something to celebrate. These figures confirm that Malta’s […]

Mediterranean ObserverJanuary 22, 2026
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Following the recent storm affecting coastal and urban areas across Malta and Gozo, the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) commends the swift and professional response of public authorities, ensuring that no one was hurt during this challenging period. MHRA expresses solidarity with all affected, particularly hotels and restaurants that sustained damages, and acknowledges the […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 17, 2025
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The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) commends the Malta Police Force for their recent successful operation which led to the seizure of a substantial quantity of illegal drugs, preventing millions of euros’ worth of cocaine from reaching the streets. This decisive action once again demonstrates the professionalism and vigilance of Malta’s law enforcement authorities […]

Mediterranean ObserverOctober 17, 2025
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The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) has expressed concern over the Opposition’s proposal to pilot a four-day workweek within the public sector. MHRA stated that while it recognises the importance of work–life balance and employee wellbeing, such a reform must be grounded in economic realities and productivity data, not political slogans. The Association warned […]

Mediterranean ObserverSeptember 17, 2025
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The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) strongly commends the Malta Tourism Authority (MTA) and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism Dr Ian Borg for the landmark announcement of a new direct flight connecting New York to Malta. What has long been called for has finally been realized. This development is […]

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In light of various incidents recently reported by media outlets, the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) strongly condemns any form of violence in or around restaurants and hospitality establishments. MHRA underlines that rules must be respected by all. Outdoor dining is a policy actively promoted by government as many people prefer dining outdoors, but […]


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In a recent episode on SiGMA TV, Business to Government series, Tony Zahra, President of the Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association, sets out a clear plan to keep Malta’s tourism economy energised all year. Zahra explains why meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE) are more than a helpful shoulder-season boost: they are a central pillar of national growth. His remarks […]

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The Malta Hotels and Restaurants Association (MHRA) commends the Malta Police Force for its recent firm enforcement actions across key entertainment zones, particularly in Paceville and St Julian’s, where five retail outlets were found illegally selling alcohol after 9pm and a restaurant was ordered to close for operating without a responsible person on-site, as required […]


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