Latest Embassy News

11/11/2025

Order of Malta Briefing to the Cuban Conference of Bishops

In November 2025, Antonio Acosta-Rua, Counsellor to the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Cuba, accompanied Juan Tomás O’Naghten, Director of Cuba Projects for the Cuban Association of the Order of Malta, to an institutional meeting with the Cuban Conference of Bishops.

10/11/2025

Field visit in Havana supports follow-up on food donations and beneficiary services

In November 2025, Antonio Acosta-Rua, Counsellor to the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Cuba, accompanied Juan Tomás O’Naghten, Director of Cuba Projects for the Cuban Association of the Order of Malta, during a working visit in the Havana area focused on follow-up and coordination for ongoing food assistance supported by the Order of Malta.

17/08/2025

Working visit with the Archbishop of Santiago de Cuba supports Order of Malta projects in Oriente

In August 2025, Antonio Acosta-Rua, Counsellor to the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Cuba, held a working meeting with Archbishop Dionisio Guillermo García Ibáñez, Archbishop of Santiago de Cuba, as part of continued collaboration with the local Church. The program formed part of a multiday working visit in the Archdiocese.

16/08/2025

Humanitarian food delivery received in Santiago de Cuba supports the eastern dioceses and Camagüey

In August 2025, the Sovereign Order of Malta supported the reception of a humanitarian delivery in Santiago de Cuba. The delivery supported assistance to people in need through charitable works serving vulnerable communities. It was made possible through the Embassy’s efforts, with the support of benefactors in Europe.

22/05/2025

Visit to elderly care works in Havana highlights service to vulnerable communities

In May 2025, the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Cuba visited charitable works in Havana dedicated to the care and accompaniment of older adults, including a Casa de Abuelos and other residences serving the elderly.

21/05/2025

Meeting with the Archdiocese of Havana reinforces collaboration for charitable service

In May 2025, Antonio Acosta-Rua, Counsellor to the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Cuba, held a working meeting with the Archdiocese of Havana and was received by Cardinal Juan de la Caridad García Rodríguez, Archbishop of Havana, as part of continued collaboration with the local Church.

International news

02/09/2026

German Parliamentary State Secretary Michael Brand visits the Magistral Palace

Today, the Sovereign Military Order of Malta’s Secretary General for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Giampaolo Cantini, received at the Magistral Palace Michael Brand, Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of…

21/08/2026

Cooperation Agreement Signed with the Republic of The Gambia

The Sovereign Military Order of Malta and the Government of the Republic of the Gambia have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening collaboration in the areas of humanitarian assistance,…

09/08/2026

Memorandum of Understanding between the Order of Malta and Cyprus for Social and Humanitarian Aid in Kenya

On 17 June 2026, the Memorandum of Understanding between the Sovereign Military Order of Malta and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus was signed in Nairobi…

06/08/2026

41st Order of Malta International Summer Camp in Spain

The 41st edition of the Order of Malta International Summer Camp is being held in Javier Castle, Navarre and will last until 10th August, bringing together over 550 young people…

03/08/2026

Order of Malta’s Summer Commitment: from the Inclusion of Young People to Local Emergencies

During the summer season, the Order of Malta renews its commitment in the field through a series of projects promoted at both international and local levels. From youth inclusion and…

31/07/2026

Fire Emergency in France and Spain: Order of Malta at the Forefront in Assisting Displaced People

Faced with the devastating wildfires affecting several areas of France and Spain, Order of Malta rescuers and volunteers have been deployed to provide relief, shelter and psychological support to the…