On August 27, while out on a fishing trip in my boat, I found myself in difficulty after having lost sight of land. My first response was to contact the Armed Forces of Malta for assistance.

I would like to thank all the personnel on duty that evening – the teams aboard the maritime patrol aircraft and the AFM rescue and patrol boat Melita – who responded to my call promptly and with the utmost professionalism anyone in my situation could have hoped for.

Their swift action made me feel secure and calm, despite the circumstance I found myself in. Such acts of everyday courage should, I feel, be recognised and applauded.

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