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Great Britain formally acquired possession of Malta in 1814. The island staunchly supported the UK through both World Wars and remained in the Commonwealth when it became independent in 1964. A decade later Malta became a republic. Over the last 15 years, the island has become a freight transshipment point, financial center, and tourist destination. It is an official candidate for EU membership.

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Area of Malta:

total: 316 sq km
water: 0 sq km
land: 316 sq km

Malta's Climate:

Mediterranean with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers. More...

Malta Population:

397,499 (July 2002 est.)

Age structure:

0-14 years: 19.7% (male 40,609; female 37,882)
15-64 years: 67.5% (male 135,047; female 133,207)
65 years and over: 12.8% (male 21,215; female 29,539) (2002 est.)

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