The United Nations’ Human Rights Committee concluded a third periodic report of Malta’s implentation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, commending the introduction of quotas for the political representation of women. But the UNHRC raised questions on Malta’s measures to combat corruption and whether it was complying with its obligations under maritime law in cases of search and rescue. Women now occupy 17.5% of board positions in Malta's largest listed companies as of 2023, compared to 4.5% in 2015. The delegation also said that Malta’s financial crimes investigation department had been significantly strengthened, with a focus on human and financial resources. As for corruption investigations, in 2024 there had been 17 prosecutions, of which three were public officers.

Source: Libya Today July 05, 2024 11:27 UTC