The nature of the international legal personality of the Order of Malta

The article provides a theoretical analysis of historical roots and the nature international legal personality Order Malta. was established in 1048 to provide medical support wounded sick pilgrim Holy Land. In following years, became military functions participated Crusades. Power over territory population never main mission Order. author’s opinion, Malta rather platform for cooperation knights from different countries. However, 16th–18th centuries, time development concept personality, has territorial sovereignty neighbourhood islands. It status subject law at same as states. A question regarding its arises after occupation by Army Napoleon 1798 decision Vienna congress concerning 1814. justifies crucial role constitutive theory recognition continuation loss territory. author also an overview Orden’s governance framework, laws treaties. light current debates about necessity constitutional reforms Malta, Order’s represents great academic practical interest.