This notice is to make the general public aware that HSBC Malta Funds SICAV plc (“the Scheme”) recently requested the Malta Financial Services Authority (“MFSA”) to accept surrender of the collective investment scheme licence granted in relation to its Sub-Fund Universal Fund. The MFSA has accepted the Scheme’s request. This surrender is entirely voluntary and does not arise as a result of any regulatory action taken by the MFSA. Accordingly, with effect from 8th October, 2010, Universal Fund ceased to be licensed by the MFSA.