King Charles Hosts Japan's Emperor Naruhito for State Visit
Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla received Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako in London, marking the beginning of a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening military, cultural, and scientific ties. The ceremonial welcome, which included a military parade and carriage procession, took place at Horse Guards Parade. The visit, initially planned for 2020, was postponed because of the pandemic. During their stay, Emperor Naruhito and King Charles will reminisce about their earlier acquaintance and the emperor's fondness for Britain, having studied there in the 1980s.
Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla received Japan's Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako in London, marking the beginning of a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening military, cultural, and scientific ties.
The ceremonial welcome, which included a military parade and carriage procession, took place at Horse Guards Parade.
The itinerary also includes a state banquet at Buckingham Palace, though political meetings with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will not occur due to the upcoming election in Britain.
The visit, initially planned for 2020, was postponed because of the pandemic.
During their stay, Emperor Naruhito and King Charles will reminisce about their earlier acquaintance and the emperor's fondness for Britain, having studied there in the 1980s.
The state visit occurs amidst personal challenges for the British royal family, with King Charles recently diagnosed with cancer and Princess Anne recovering from a head injury.