HIGHLIGHTS-King Charles' three-day visit to France
King Charles arrives in France on Wednesday for a three-day state visit, during which he and President Emmanuel Macron will hope to build on symbolism and personal bonds to turn the page on years of rocky relations between the two nations.
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King Charles arrives in France on Wednesday for a three-day state visit, during which he and President Emmanuel Macron will hope to build on symbolism and personal bonds to turn the page on years of rocky relations between the two nations. Following are highlights of the visit:
BACKGROUND The trip will be filled with many personal touches and moments of symbolism as Britain and France seek to rebuild ties tested by the bitter and chaotic years following Britain's exit from the European Union.
Macron and Charles have in particular shared correspondence and insight on the restoration of the Notre-Dame cathedral, ravaged by fire in 2019. The Elysee Palace has released the menu for the state banquet, which will include blue lobster and a selection of French and English cheeses, and will be held in the Hall of Mirrors of the Palace of Versailles,.
This 17th century architectural masterpiece was built by Louis XIV, the "Sun King", to project the power and majesty of the French monarchy. It is now used as a museum and a glamorous backdrop for receptions, including Macron's annual "Choose France" summit with international investors.
Macron's office has also revealed some of the guests invited to the state dinner, which include: British actor Hugh Grant
French actress Charlotte Gainsbourg British rock star Mick Jagger
British writer Ken Follett British actress Emma Mackey
French luxury group LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault French Iliad telecoms group founder Xavier Niel
Former French football coach Arsene Wenger French football star Didier Drogba
The King and Queen Camilla will arrive in Paris on 1400 local time (1200 GMT), and will be greeted by French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne, before heading to a ceremonial welcome at the Arc de Triomphe in central Paris.
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