Order of Malta's new leader promises to 'strengthen governance'

The newly elected leader of the Order of Malta has said he recognises the need for change, in what he called “one of the most challenging times in its history”.

Lieutenant of the Grand Master of the Order of Malta, Fra’ Giacomo Dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto, said in a video message on Thursday: "The Order of Malta has grown beyond all expectations in the last decades. But with this growth comes with much greater responsibility.

“Consultations to address institutional issues have already started.”