[1] He previously held numerous other ministerial responsibilities including communications, infrastructure, tourism, culture, and environment.

Francis Zammit Dimech attended the University of Malta, where he graduated in Law (LL.D) in 1979, and attained a master's degree in financial services in 1999.

Zammit Dimech is currently a lecturer of European media law, communication and broadcasting at his alma mater (The University of Malta).

On the management front, Zammit Dimech lectured regularly at the Henley Business School on Reputation, Responsibility and Corporate Governance.

Prior to the EU accession, Zammit Dimech served as member of the EU-Malta joint Parliamentary Committee.

Other positions that Mr. Zammit Dimech obtained in the National Party include, information secretary, and president of the Administrative Council.