Thematic Objectives

The Interreg VI-A Italia–Malta Programme is built around four Priorities and seven Specific Objectives (SOs).
Below you find a clear, simple explanation of each SO, together with why it matters for people, communities and the territory.

The Priorities define the main thematic areas where Programme resources are focused.

The Programme has four Priorities:

1. A smarter cooperation area
Research, innovation and skills development to enhance territorial competitiveness.

2. A greener and more resilient area
Environmental protection, climate change adaptation, risk prevention and circular economy.

3. Culture and sustainable tourism
Promotion of cultural and natural heritage as a driver for economic development and social inclusion.

4. Better governance
Strengthening institutional cooperation and administrative capacity between Italia and Malta.

Specific Objectives turn the Programme Priorities into concrete operational goals.
They define what projects are expected to achieve, guiding funded actions towards measurable results and real territorial impact.

Below is a more detailed explanation of what Specific Objectives are and what they aim to achieve, in relation to the Programme Priorities.