King Charles is set to meet President Donald Trump against the backdrop of strained relations between Britain and the US.
Trump, who has long been an admirer of the royal family, told Reuters he would discuss all matters that have caused friction between the two allies.
“I’m going to talk about everything. I’m going to talk about it. He’s a friend of mine, and he’s a good guy.”
Many disputes arose between Britain and America during Trump’s second presidency.
First war in Iran. The President, in several cases, made public his frustrations about Britain’s lack of support for the US in the conflict in the Middle East.
Then there is the issue of taxes. Sir Keir Starmer’s Labor government continues to impose a digital services tax on US tech companies – previously imposed by Conservative-led rule.
In response, Trump threatened to impose major tariffs if Britain did not withdraw.
But, perhaps, the most important issue is Britain’s refusal to support the US military operation in Iran.
The matter has reached such a low point that the US President has indicated to review the situation on Britain’s claim on the Falkland Islands.
According to The Independent, in the wake of the strained relationship, royal sources have acknowledged that Charles’s visit is “high risk, high risk and high opportunity”.
“The visit looms as the biggest crisis in Anglo-American relations for a century,” royal author Andrew Lowney told the BBC.
But a thaw is possible, experts say, as Charles could influence Trump, given Trump’s attachment to the royal family.
Even the President himself believes so in this matter.
He previously told the BBC, “I know him well; I’ve known him for years. He’s a brave man, and he’s a great man. He’ll be absolutely positive.”
Charles’ visit to the United States will mark the 250th anniversary of the country’s independence, as the king will be a guest at a White House banquet.
