The Duchess of Cambridge will be in Malta on September 20 and 21 to represent Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Malta’s independence, Buckingham Palace confirmed yesterday. The visit will mark Kate Middleton’s first solo overseas visit. Prince George, who turns one today, will not accompany his mother as she will only have to spend one night away from home. She is seen here with her husband Prince William.

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