Malta has officially joined Eurimages, becoming the 40th member of the Council of Europe’s fund dedicated to supporting international film co-productions. The country’s membership took effect on 22 January 2026, allowing audiovisual producers based in Malta to apply for Eurimages support for their projects. This move significantly broadens access to European co-production financing and networks for Maltese filmmakers.

With Malta’s inclusion, Eurimages now counts 39 European countries and Canada among its members. In addition to project funding, Malta’s membership enables local events and initiatives that promote international film co-production to receive support from the fund.

Malta will be represented on the Eurimages Board of Management by Arts Council Malta. Eurimages president Roberto Cicutto welcomed Malta, stating, “We are delighted that Malta has taken this step towards closer integration into the international film co-production community. We look forward to cooperating with our partners in Arts Council Malta to ensure Malta’s membership in Eurimages reinforces cinematographic creativity and helps forge new international relationships.”

Dr. Luke Dalli, executive chairperson of Arts Council Malta, described the accession as a historic milestone for the Maltese film industry. “It marks the moment when Maltese filmmakers move decisively onto the European co-production stage, with access to networks, partnerships, and financing that can transform ambition and potential into tangible realities. This is not just recognition of the quality and maturity of our local producers, but also a strategic opening for Maltese stories to be developed, financed, and shared internationally. It is a defining step forwards for Maltese cinema,” he said.

Malta’s entry into Eurimages further strengthens the organization’s role as a central pillar of European film cooperation and opens new opportunities for the international visibility and sustainability of Maltese cinema.

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