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2026 – AUM’s Statement on Current Berthing Arrangements

We are the American University of Malta situated in Cottonera, and we are mindful of the need to balance the interests of the local community, our obligations arising from the deed and agreements with the Government, and the concerns of Boat owners and stakeholders. Over the past weeks there has been speculation relating to the illegal berthing of private Boat owners on the quay side of the American University of Malta. We make it clear that our stance is based solely on our legal obligations and liabilities, and that everything being done is to ensure that rights and obligations arising from our agreements with the Government are abided by all those involved, including those relating to berthing of boats.
We are seeking a suitable mechanism to safeguard the legal interests of the University, the Government and all affected parties, and to ensure compliance with the law. In the meantime we will tolerate the current status quo until the matter is resolved. Once a legally suitable mechanism is established to the satisfaction of the State, the local community and the Boat owners, we will make no further comment. Such tolerance must not be taken as giving rise to any rights under Maltese law, and we ask all parties to show goodwill and flexibility to allow a suitable resolution.
Until then we believe it is not equitable to address this matter in the public sphere. We will deal with the issues respectfully, on an individual basis and through face to face meetings rather than through social media, and request that all involved respect the privacy of those concerned. We also note that the deed is a document listed in the public domain and may be checked online by anyone interested in its contents, in order to avoid the immense confusion that we have seen circulating on social media.

2023 – AUM Supports the Cospicua Regatta Club 

The American University of Malta is again an official sponsor of the Cospicua Regatta Club after agreeing to provide financial support to the local sport organisation. To mark this support, President Dr. Michel Najjar, Vice President Dr. Oussama Jadayel and Project Manager Eng. Raeid Ebaid visited the Cospicua Regatta premises to meet the committee and members of the club.

During the visit, the AUM administration was provided with a tour around the premises, whilst meeting different members of the club. The members of the club showed their genuine appreciation towards the university, for supporting the club during the past years.

The American University of Malta and the Cospicua Regatta Club mutually expressed interest in further collaboration towards the Traditional Regatta sport. Both entities are to explore ways how to collaborate in future projects to ensure the sustainability of this traditional sport in the future.

The President of the American University of Malta, Dr Michel Najjar expressed that the American University of Malta is a proud supporter of the community NGOs, events, and the Maltese traditional and historical heritage.

“We are proud to serve from Malta. The country is full of rich history, tradition, and beauty. As major stakeholders in the community, we feel that we need to support the community as much as possible. We look forward to continuing to enhance this collaboration and to launch more initiatives in the future. My sincere best of luck to the Cospicua Regatta club for the next race!”

The Secretary General of the Cospicua Regatta Club, Mr Darren Scicluna said,

“On behalf of the Club’s Administrative Committee and all our athletes, I would like to thank The American University of Malta for not only being one of our main sponsors throughout these last 6 years, where our Club won the majority of Regatta races, but also for helping the Community of our beloved City in many different ways.”

2023 – AUM’S Tunisia Visit

The American University of Malta recently participated in an Education Fair in Tunis and Sfax, where we had the pleasure of meeting with Tunisian students and discussing the many educational opportunities available at our institution.

In addition to engaging with students, we also had the honor of meeting with Ambassador Mr. Simon Pullicino, who was accompanied on his visit by Research Analyst Ms. Wissal Gheribi Rihani.

During our meeting, we discussed the importance of building strong relationships between Malta and Tunisia and the many benefits that come with cross-cultural collaboration.

2022/2023 – Start of the Academic Year 

On the 28th of September 2022, the American University of Malta held its 32nd Board of Trustees meeting.

This marked the start of the 2022-2023 academic year, and the return to face-to-face academic activity post-Covid disruptions.

On the day, the Honourable Robert Abela, Prime Minister of the Republic of Malta, visited the University Campus. He was welcomed by HRH Prince Jean de Nassau of Luxembourg, the Chairman of the AUM Board of Trustees, Eng. Hani Salah, the Founder of AUM and Vice-Chairman of the Board, as well as its President Dr. Michel Najjar.

During his visit, the Prime Minister had the opportunity to meet with the University staff and students.

The Minister for Education, the Honourable Clifton Grima, the Minister for Economy, the Honourable Silvio Schembri, the Parliamentary Secretary for Local Councils, the Honourable Alison Zerafa-Civelli, and other members of Parliament and Diplomats, attended the event.

Also present, were their excellencies Mr. Khalid Anis, Mr. Fadi Hanania, Kerem Ahmet Kiratli, and Mr. Franklin Aquilina, the Ambassadors of Egypt, Palestine and Turkey as well as the Head of the Maltese Foreign Delegation to Palestine.

In his address to the guests, President Najjar stated:

“We feel that the American University of Malta has become one of the major stakeholders within the local Maltese community, not just the Cottonera region, and we are looking forward to continue offering quality education, in Malta and beyond. It is positive that we continue to meet and collaborate with other stakeholders, so that as a University, we can sustain our contributions to the community not just from an educational aspect, but also on the social and cultural levels.”