Bela Palanka, August 2023 The Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Belgrade, within the framework of its humanitarian mission, has been “listening” to the needs of young and elderly people facing difficult living … Read more

The devastating event that struck families and businesses in Emilia Romagna a little over a month ago has prompted a “Make a WISH to the Order of Malta” initiative at the Embassy. On May 22nd, … Read more

The COVID-19 pandemic had not yet arrived to change our lives when, on a spring afternoon, Mino Raiola, the agent of the world’s most prominent football players, had an idea. Seated at his desk in … Read more

In the garden of the Archbishop’s Palace, which is adjacent to the Embassy, the National Day of the Sovereign Order of Malta in the Republic of Serbia was held on Thursday, June 8th. It was … Read more

The dramatic images coming from Emilia Romagna (Italy) speak for themselves about a human and economic disaster. We have been contacted at the Embassy by Italian volunteers who are tirelessly working in the flooded areas. … Read more

The Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta – as part of the “Make a WISH to the Order of Malta” project – accepted an invitation in 2022 to build a multipurpose sports field in … Read more

Rome, 3 May 2023 – Fra’ John Dunlap has been elected Prince and 81st Grand Master of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta. Lieutenant of the Grand Master at the moment of his election, 66-year-old … Read more

In the charming setting of Magistral Villa on the Aventine Hill in Rome, the ceremony for the presentation of the honorary award of the Cross of Commander pro Merito Melitensi to the Secretary-General of the … Read more

Belgrade, March 2023 This time, it was the Creative Educational Center KEC in Belgrade that expressed a WISH. This Center is an Association of voluntary citizens, established in 2002, which bases all its programs and … Read more

It is now an annual tradition. On New Year’s Eve, in Saint Paul de Vence in France, our friends Luigi and Ulrike celebrate the arrival of the New year with their guests, and they want … Read more

Some 20 years ago, on September 18, 2001, the first kindergarten in Croatian – Marija Petković – Sunčica was opened  in Serbia. It was at the same time the first Catholic kindergarten in Serbia and … Read more

The Extraordinary Chapter General, 111 members of the Order of Malta from five continents, presided over by the Lieutenant of the Grand Master Fra’ John Dunlap and Cardinal Silvano Maria Tomasi, Special Delegate of the … Read more

We were hoping for a celebration, even more important than the previous ones, after a two-year break. It was also supposed to be an occasion to celebrate the excellent bilateral relations with the representatives of … Read more

Fra’ John T. Dunlap, member of the Sovereign Council, was appointed this morning by Pope Francis Lieutenant of the Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Malta. Fra’ John T. Dunlap succeeds Fra’ Marco Luzzago … Read more

The Grand Magistry announces, with deep sorrow, the return to the Father’s house of His Excellency the Lieutenant of the Grand Master, Fra’ Marco Luzzago, who passed away today at Villa Ciccolini (Sforzacosta, Macerata province, … Read more

Slovak-Ukrainian border – May 9, 2022 During her visit to the Slovak-Ukrainian border, the First Lady of the United States, Jill Biden – accompanied by the Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic, Eduard Heger, and … Read more

Milan, Italy, April 30 After a long illness, a friend of the Sovereign Order of Malta left us: Mino Raiola dies aged 54. He was considered the most important agent in the world of football, … Read more

December 6, 2021 Today, as every year, the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta “participated” with St. Nicholas in providing gifts for children on his Day. In the Franciscan Church of St. Anthony of … Read more

Bela Palanka (Serbia) In Serbia the project of our Embassy “Make a WISH to the Order of Malta” is becoming more popular and respected. Some teachers and students from the primary school “Ljupče Španac” in … Read more

Milan, November 4th   The bridge between East and West is always open for the Archbishop of Belgrade Mons. Stanislav Hočevar, who has once again shown his closeness to “Mediolanum”. During his visit to Milan, … Read more

The postal agreement has been signed Rome 19 October 2021 – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia Nikola Selaković was received today by the Grand Chancellor Albrecht Boeselager at the Magistral … Read more

Zemun, September 19 On Sunday, September 19, a solemn Holy Mass celebrated in the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Zemun, marked the 300th anniversary of the arrival of Capuchin priests … Read more

Bač, July Traces of the nearly thousand-year-old history of the Sovereign Order of Malta can be found all over the world. Also in Serbia, where the Hospitallers of St. John (nowadays the Sovereign Order of … Read more

The noble act of assisting the sick, the poor and other people in times of difficulty, has been reaffirmed for over nine hundred years in the ranks of the Order of Malta. On the occasion … Read more

Izvor, June The pandemic has kept social distancing but in the Embassy, we have always remained in our thoughts close to the St. Petka Institution in Izvor, which hosts dozens of girls with physical and … Read more

Belgrade, June 9th The Catholic Archbishop of Belgrade Msgr. Stanislav Hocevar has recently informed the Embassy of his new project. It is about refurnishing the Catholic library, which contains numerous ancient, historical and rare books … Read more

“Antun Gustav Matos” Foundation and Croatian cultural center in Belgrade The Sovereign Order of Malta in its thousand-year history has always paid great attention to culture as well. In our “modest“ way, the Embassy to … Read more

Belgrade, May 18 ‘21 As of today, we are online with our new version of the website of the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta to the Republic of Serbia. It is new in … Read more

Belgrade – Montemurlo (Prato-Italia) May 9 In Italy, a few days ago, a young 22-year-old mother died at work. Unfortunately like many other women in Europe or Serbia or any other country. The news, however, saddened … Read more

Belgrade, March 17 Almost two years ago the Embassy received a “Make a WISH” request from the Clinical Center of the Republic of Serbia. Their desire was to introduce a new procedure into the clinical … Read more

Regulations Belgrade, march 8 2021 The Sovereign Order of Malta has the millennium old history of assistance to the poor, the weak, the sick, the elderly and the lonely. In Serbia, the Embassy of the … Read more

Belgrade, Church of St. Petka Emergencies, daily needs, especially during the Covid pandemic, must not make us forget the history and beauty of a city. Adjacent to the walls of the Belgrade fortress – Kalemegdan, … Read more

In addition to the project “Make a WISH to the Order of Malta”, the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta has been providing for years valuable support to the Shelter for Children in Belgrade … Read more

Belgrade, Christmas 2020 “Make a WISH to the Sovereign Order of Malta” continues its engagement and collects children’s wishes from Serbia even in the time of Covid-19.The Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in … Read more

Kovin, November 15 For the Sovereign Order of Malta, the Fourth World day of the poor is not only a moment of participation but it is, above all, a moment of help. This is the … Read more

Fra’ Marco Luzzago has been elected with a large majority Lieutenant of the Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Malta. The Council Complete of State, the electoral body, met on 7 and 8 November … Read more

On 29th April, Fra’ Giacomo Dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto, Prince and 80th Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Malta died in Rome. According to article 17 of the Constitution, the Grand Commander, … Read more

Belgrade – Istanbul, November Sometimes the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta to the Republic of Serbia receives extremely urgent requests for help. As part of the Embassy project “Make a WISH to the … Read more

Belgrade, July-October 2020 It seems so far in time when on July 31, 2019 we received a “Make a WISH” request from the Clinical Center of the Republic of Serbia. Their desire was to introduce … Read more

 Monastery in Izvor, Sept. 2020 Recently, we visited once again the Institution St.Petka, taken care by the Monastery in Izvor. This time we were accompanied by the Elder Borivoje Borac and 4 young missionaries and … Read more

Belgrade, July 9 Epidemiological situation in Serbia is worsening: 13 deaths were recorded yesterday and 299 new cases. A situation is particularly alarming in Belgrade, therefore the President Aleksandar Vucic has announced reintroduction of new … Read more

Niš, June 24 We have been celebrating for years our National Day, St. John the Baptist, at the National Theater in Belgrade by organizing an event of cultural diplomacy. On that occasion, prominent artists from … Read more

Belgrade, june 13 In Serbia, St. Anthony (died in Padua-Italy on June 13, 1231) is greatly venerated and therefore also this year – with all the limitations imposed by Covid-19 – they wanted to remember … Read more

President Aleksandar Vučić takes oath of office – Belgrade, May 31. In the greeting after the ceremony, the Ambassador Alberto di Luca trasmitted warm congratulations and good wishes of the Lieutenant of the Grand Master … Read more

Belgrade, May 29, 2020 As it is well-known, the COVID-19 pandemic has affected especially older people across the world.  Therefore, the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta to the Republic of Serbia, immediately accepted … Read more

The Corona virus has affected people worldwide regardless of gender, age and social status. As might be expected, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the poorest and people above the age of 65 were exposed to inconveniences … Read more

29/04/2020 With profound regret the Grand Magistry announces the death of His Most Eminent Highness the Prince and 80th Grand Master Fra’ Giacomo Dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto, which took place in Rome a … Read more

Dear confreres and consoeurs, dear professionals, volunteers and supporters of the Order of Malta around the world, In this unprecedented moment that is uniting over 150 nations worldwide in facing the same grave challenges, my … Read more

Athens, feb 21st During the 14th Plenary Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean (PAM) which took place in Athens, an award was given to CISOM (Italian Rescue Corps of the Sovereign Order of … Read more

Dear confreres and consoeurs, dear supporters of the Order around the world, Christmas is a time of joy, of light and of hope. Let us open our hearts to the Son of God, and welcome … Read more

Belgrade, Dec. 9 Since last March “Shelter for Children” has transfered to a new location where it continues to host children and take proffessional care of them. Delegation of the Embassy of the Sovereign Order … Read more

Belgrade, Dec. 8 Children in Serbia are overjoyed with St. Nicholas Day celebration. For this reason, today, in front of the Church of St. Anthony of Padua in Belgrade, after the Holy Mass, the Ambassador … Read more

The Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Malta, Fra’ Giacomo Dalla Torre, was received today in Paris by Audrey Azoulay, Director General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The bilateral … Read more

Milan, November 21, 2019 It was June 2015, when the first Charity Dinner was organized in the Principality of Monaco in favor of the “Make a WISH” project. It was a success both for the … Read more

Belgrade, Nov. 19, 2019 This year as well, the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta wanted to take active part in the “World Day of the Poor” thus affirming the millennial charism of the … Read more

Serbia – Milan (Italy), October 29 There is a Hospital in Italy considered as a Centre of excellence at the international level: Monzino Cardiology Centre in Milan. Both for medical staff and equipment, Monzino is … Read more

Seregno (Italy) – Izvor (Serbia) – Taiwan October 17 For many years now, the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Belgrade has been offering support to the Institution St.Petka, taken care by the … Read more

Kraljevo, October 15 In the city of Kraljevo, a Center – SOS Children’s Village – that houses 77 children up to 18 years of age has been operating successfully from 2004. SOS Children’s Village represents … Read more

Rome, July 26 The Order of Malta expresses deep condolences for the killing of the 35-year-old carabiniere, Mario Cerciello Rega, which took place the night between 25 and 26 July in the Prati neighborhood in … Read more

As part of the “Make a WISH to the Sovereign Order of Malta” Project, sometimes it is very delicate to assess the requests received at the Embassy. In the last example, the choice and the … Read more

Belgrade, June 22, 2019 This year as well, the Festivity of St. John the Baptist, Patron of the Order of Malta (organized two days prior to Festivity date, June 24) was celebrated in a context … Read more

Belgrade, Orthodox Easter We have received at the Embassy, ​​and willingly share with you, the photos taken on the day of Orthodox Easter at the “Shelter for children”. It was a moment of joy with … Read more

The assembly has elected the members of the government for the next five years. Chaired by Grand Master Fra’ Giacomo Dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto, the Chapter General of the Sovereign Order of Malta … Read more

We have received one request, one WISH, from the Focolare Movement. A man close to the Focolare has been ill for many years and needed an important intervention. The case was reported to the Embassy … Read more

The Order of Malta has the millennium old history of assistance to the poor, the weak, the sick, the elderly and the lonely. In Serbia the Embassy of the Sovereign Order in Belgrade, has promoted … Read more

At the end of February the Director of the Shelter for Children Danijela Stajkovic has visited the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Belgrade with some of the children-beneficiaries of the Center.

Belgrade, Feb. 21/22 13th Plenary Session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean was held in Belgrade on February 21 and 22, with perfect hospitality of the Serbian Parliament. During the works, inaugurated by the … Read more

New Years Eve 2019 Solidarity means not forgetting others while celebrating the arrival of the new year. Also in 2019 the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Serbia will give its support – … Read more

Nis, December The last “Make a WISH to the Order of Malta” letter has arrived just in time to allow the Commission to “accept” an exception to the “Make a Wish” Regulation that provides support … Read more

Belgrade, Dec. 24 This year the anniversary of St. Nicholas, being organized for many years now by the Catholic Archbishop of Belgrade, was celebrated on December 24. One of the most loved and heartfelt children’s … Read more

Belgrade, Dec. 13 Sometimes we receive a letter at the Embassy with request for a “WISH” that is also a birthday present. Such a case occurred last month when we got a “Make a WISH … Read more

Belgrade, Nov. 18, 2018 The Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta wanted to participate actively in the “World Day of the Poor” through its initiative dedicated to the marginalized and elderly people, affirming in … Read more

Belgrade, Nov. 9-11 The Catholic Archbishop of Belgrade Mons. Stanislav Hocevar organized an international conference “The European Identity” at the premises of the National Bank of Serbia, the Europe whose moral and legal roots are … Read more

A few months ago the “Union of the blind” Serbia has sent a “WISH” to the Embassy: a Braille printing system. Easy to understand, the life of the blind is particularly complicated, especially bearing in … Read more

Belgrade, 12 October 2018 Ambassador of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Serbia Alberto di Luca had a meeting with the Political Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Zoran Vujic. During the cordial … Read more

Belgrade, July 27th In the exemplary synthesis of tender humanity and impeccable professionalism in the Institution St. Petka in Izvor, near Paracin, it happens frequently that some needs emerge to which the “system” seems to … Read more

Belgrade, 11 July Every WISH which arrives at the Embassy of the Order in Belgrade is always the bearer of difficult stories and, often, of suffering that affects and moves.

Belgrade. June 12, 2018 This year as well, the Festivity of St. John the Baptist, Patron of the Order of Malta, was celebrated in a context of humanitarian and cultural diplomacy. It was organized twelve … Read more

Belgrade, May 31 The Order of Malta has diplomatic relations with 107 countries in the world and with 15 countries more maintains specific official relations which make the international cooperation possible and operational.

Sacro Monte of Varese, Italy, May 26 With a solemn religious Ceremony at the Sanctuary of Santa Maria del Monte – on the Sacred Mount of Varese – the investiture of the new brothers to … Read more

Belgrade, May 15 On May 15th the International Day of Families is celebrated in the World, which was proclaimed by the General Assembly of the United Nations in 1994. This Day is an important opportunity … Read more

Rome, 2 May 2018 Fra’ Giacomo Dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto has been elected the 80th Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Malta. The electing body, the Council Complete of State, met in … Read more

Niš, April 18, 2018 A big WISH came true in Niš, thanks to collaboration between the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta and the Government of Taipei. Sandra, a beautiful and solar 12-years old … Read more

Belgrade, April 16 At the Archbishop’s residence – guests of Belgrade Archbishop, H.E. the Most Reverend Mons. Stanislav Hočevar – was held a Focus-group about Humanitarian Diplomacy, organized by the Embassy of the Sovereign Order … Read more

Belgrade, Easter 2018 Catholic Easter will be celebrated in a few days and Orthodox Easter the week after. “Our” children from the Shelter already knew they would receive the necessary food for everyday life under … Read more

Rome, Magistral Palace, March 20 Newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Serbia to the Sovereign Order of Malta, H.E. Dejan Šahović, has presented today his Letters of Credence to the Lieutenant of the Grand … Read more

Izvor, March 7 Exactly one month ago, on the occasion of the delivery of oxygen concentrator, the Mother Superior Glikerija from the St. Petka Institution expressed to the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta … Read more

Belgrade, February 22nd, 2018 The Project “A hot meal in a cold winter”, promoted by the Embassy of the Sovereign Order of Malta in Belgrade, is in its fourth year. This winter as well, it … Read more

Bucharest, February 15 and 16 The work of the 12th Plenary Assembly of the PAM (Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean) is concluded in Bucharest. Among the most relevant and interesting speeches was the one presented … Read more

February 8, 2018, St. Petka, Center for women with disabilities in Izvor. In January, the Management of the Center has informed the Embassy in Belgrade about their “WISH”, necessary and urgent: an oxygen concentrator, indispensable for … Read more

Initiative in favour of Serbian children with difficult pathologies The Order of Malta has the millenium old history of assistance to the poor, the weak and the sick. In Serbia the Embassy of the Sovereign … Read more