Semiconductors are currently the most critical sector in Europe for sovereignty. Yesterday, Malta made a significant advancement with the launch of the Malta Semiconductor Competence Centre (MSCC) – a landmark initiative with an €8 million budget co-funded by Chips JU and Malta Enterprise. By bringing together the University of Malta, MCAST, Malta Digital Innovation Authority, and Silicon Catalyst, the MSCC aims to strengthen Malta’s role as a European hub for semiconductor innovation. This will be achieved by advancing research in chip design, supporting start-ups through programs like ChipStartEU, and equipping the next generation of talent. This initiative reflects the Government’s vision of positioning Malta at the forefront of Europe’s semiconductor ecosystem.