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Malta's Fertility Rate Hits Record Low, Incentives Announced

3/20/2026

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Malta's fertility rate fell to 1.01 births per woman in 2024, the EU's lowest for the eighth consecutive year.
The rate declined from 1.06 in 2023, continuing a trend since 2017.
Finance Minister Clyde Caruana announced financial incentives, including higher children's allowances and family grants.
Malta's population has grown due to foreign workers.

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Malta's fertility rate fell to 1.01 births per woman in 2024, the EU's lowest for the eighth consecutive year.
The rate declined from 1.06 in 2023, continuing a trend since 2017.
Finance Minister Clyde Caruana announced financial incentives, including higher children's allowances and family grants.
Malta's population has grown due to foreign workers.