The highly anticipated state visit of the King and Queen has finally arrived as they depart for Paris. The Royal couple is set to receive a ceremonial welcome at the iconic Arc de Triomphe. President Emmanuel Macron, ahead of their arrival, took to social media to post a heartfelt message to the King, acknowledging his previous visits to France as the Prince of Wales and welcoming him back as a King. President Macron further shared archival footage of the King during his previous visits, giving a glimpse of the warm relationship between the monarch and the country of France. This visit holds special significance as the King will deliver a historic speech from France’s senate chamber, a first for any British monarch.
HELLO!’s Royal Editor, Emily Nash, is in Paris with all the latest updates on the King and Queen’s activities during their visit. The first day in France holds a star-studded state banquet at the opulent Palace of Versailles. This lavish event promises to be a highlight of their visit, showcasing the cultural exchanges and diplomatic ties between the United Kingdom and France.
After a delay due to the rioting and protests against President Macron’s pension age reforms, the long-awaited state visit is finally taking place. Originally scheduled for March, this visit marks the King’s 35th official visit to France and the Queen’s ninth official visit. The Royal couple’s journey will span three days, including visits to Paris and Bordeaux, allowing them to further strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.
The relationship between the United Kingdom and France has always played a significant role in shaping European history. The state visit serves as a testament to the enduring bonds between the two nations. With the King’s previous visits to France and his fluency in French, he has been able to foster personal connections and promote cultural understanding between the British monarchy and the French people.
As the Prince of Wales, the King visited France multiple times, but this state visit marks a symbolic return, as he arrives as a reigning monarch. The King’s presence in France not only highlights the close ties between the two countries but also signifies a new era in his reign. This visit serves as a platform for the King to strengthen diplomatic relations, discuss various global issues, and promote collaboration between the United Kingdom and France.
The King and Queen’s state visit to Paris is highly anticipated, with a grand welcome and a busy itinerary ahead. This visit holds immense diplomatic significance and offers an opportunity to further enhance the relationship between the United Kingdom and France. As the Royal couple embarks on this historic journey, we eagerly await the outcomes and the lasting impact it will have on bilateral ties between these two nations.
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