The Directorate for Pharmaceutical Affairs (DPA) holds a challenging and central position within the Maltese national health system as it strives to work within a tight balance between safeguarding public health and securing patient access to safe and effective good quality medicines yet in a manner that is equitable and sustainable.

The Directorate for Pharmaceutical Affairs has the mission of developing and implementing equitable and sustainable Government pharmaceutical policies. It promotes excellence in patient care through assuring safe, rational, and cost-effective use of medicines.