Myriam Spiteri Debono

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  1. also known as Miriam Spiteri Debono

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Myriam Spiteri Debono
11th President of Malta
Assumed office
4 April 2024
Political offices
Preceded by Speaker of the House of Representatives
1996–1998
Succeeded by
Preceded by President of Malta
2024–present
Incumbent