Contrary to expectations, President Trump's 2019 state visit to the UK was deemed a success by royal household members. They described him as 'respectful, courteous and delightful'. The article recounts anecdotes, including Trump's interactions with Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles, highlighting a surprising personal warmth and successful professional engagement. The meeting between Trump and Prince Charles reportedly ran over time, and they remained in contact afterward. The article contrasts this with the upcoming state visit of King Charles to Italy.
King Charles's state visit to Italy, including meetings with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and (originally planned) Pope Francis, aims to strengthen Anglo-Italian relations across various sectors. Despite differing views on climate change between King Charles and Prime Minister Meloni, the visit emphasizes the importance of personal diplomacy. The visit includes a state banquet and a flypast by the Italian Air Force.
The article concludes by mentioning a planned private visit by President Trump to Scotland, potentially at Balmoral Castle or Dumfries House, emphasizing its importance for the British government. The royal household is actively coordinating with the British government and the White House to arrange dates for a possible second state visit.