André Rieu performed two open-air concerts in Malta on August 29 and 30, 2025, in a square located in the city of Floriana , next to the city's historic walls, a location frequently used for large musical and cultural events. With an estimated population of 540,000, Malta is a parliamentary democratic republic. It holds regular elections and respects civil liberties and political rights, generally being considered one of the consolidated democracies of the European Union