King Charles & Camilla talked about their first state trip

King Charles III will make his first state visits as monarch to France and Germany.

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They will be hosted by French President Emanuel Macron and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

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The visit will commemorate the two countries' shared history and values.

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At Windsor Castle, Charles recently met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

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