King Charles III Holds White House Talks With Donald Trump During U.S. State Visit
News Updated: 28 April 2026 22:04 EAT
President Donald Trump welcomed King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the White House
King Charles III met United States President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday, as the British monarch continued the second day of his official state visit to the United States.
The meeting, held in the Oval Office, followed a formal welcome ceremony attended by the King and Queen Camilla, who were received with full military honours on the South Lawn. The engagement marked a key diplomatic moment in the four-day visit aimed at reinforcing ties between the United Kingdom and the United States.
Discussions between King Charles III and President Trump focused on bilateral relations, including trade, defence cooperation, and shared geopolitical interests. Both sides underscored the importance of the long-standing alliance between Washington and London, often referred to as the “special relationship.”
The visit comes at a time of notable global tensions, with both nations seeking to maintain coordination on international security issues despite policy differences in certain areas. Officials indicated that the tone of the talks remained cordial, with emphasis placed on continuity and strategic partnership.
Earlier in the day, the royal couple participated in ceremonial events at the White House, including a guard inspection and national anthems, before proceeding to private discussions with the U.S. leadership.
King Charles III’s visit—his first to the United States since ascending the throne—also carries symbolic significance, coinciding with ongoing commemorations linked to the 250th anniversary of American independence.
The monarch is expected to continue his programme with engagements in Washington, including a scheduled address to members of Congress, before travelling to other cities later in the week for events centred on environmental advocacy and community outreach.
A state dinner hosted by President Trump is expected to cap the day’s engagements, highlighting diplomatic traditions and reaffirming ties between the two nations.
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