King to defend 'democratic values' as US state visit begins
Summary
King Charles and Queen Camilla have started a four-day state visit to the United States, the first visit by a British monarch since 2007. During the visit, King Charles will speak to the U.S. Congress, calling for unity to defend shared democratic values and support for alliances like NATO and Ukraine.Key Facts
- King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived at Andrews airbase in Maryland and were welcomed at the White House by President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump.
- Security is very tight due to a recent shooting at a Washington DC event attended by President Trump.
- King Charles will address Congress, expressing sympathy for the shooting victims and emphasizing the need to protect democracy amid international challenges.
- The King’s speech will highlight the historic partnership between the U.S. and the UK and call for renewed cooperation based on shared values like tolerance and liberty.
- On arrival, the royal couple met U.S. and British officials and received flowers and national anthems performed by a band.
- The visit includes symbolic gestures such as seeing a beehive shaped like the White House, reflecting King Charles’s interest in beekeeping.
- At a garden party at the UK embassy, guests included American and British political, scientific, military, and charity figures; British beef served was from the first tariff-free shipment after a trade deal.
- Queen Camilla spoke with women advocates against domestic abuse, a cause she supports closely.
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