King Charles III will address colonialism, slavery and Britain's role in these historical events during a planned visit to the Caribbean. His tour of Commonwealth countries will take place from 27 October to 4 November. ANSA ↗
Buckingham Palace said the monarch will not shy away from the darkest periods of the shared past. The statement comes at a time when new calls are expected for Britain to apologise for its role in the slave trade and for the consequences of colonial rule. BBC News ↗
The visit will be politically and historically sensitive for the King. Charles III is set to visit several Caribbean countries that are members of the Commonwealth and whose histories are linked to British colonial administration. The issue of slavery and reparations has long returned to public debate in the region. The Guardian ↗
According to the palace's announcement, the monarch is expected to acknowledge the gravity of the historical events during the visit, though details of his engagements have not yet been published. It is also not known whether he will express this in the form of an apology or choose another form of acknowledging responsibility.
Charles III is also continuing treatment for cancer, the specific type of which has not been disclosed. His health may affect the visit's schedule, which is expected to be a significant part of his relations with Caribbean countries and the wider Commonwealth. Le Figaro ↗
King Charles III to Address Colonialism During Caribbean Tour
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King Charles III to acknowledge ‘darkest days’ of Britain’s colonial rule during Caribbean tour
The Guardian
| 21:02 02.10.
King's Caribbean tour will not shy away from 'darkest days of our past'
BBC News
| 23:05 02.10.
Le roi Charles évoquera «les jours sombres» de la colonisation lors de sa visite dans les Caraïbes
Le Figaro
| 19:12 02.10.
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