Monarch to Embark on First International Tour Since Cancer Diagnosis
Buckingham Palace has shared a heartwarming update as King Charles and Queen Camilla prepare for their upcoming tour of Australia and Samoa. On Wednesday, the royal family released delightful photos of Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie from a recent royal engagement at Hillsborough Castle, Northern Ireland.
The statement accompanying the photos highlighted the couple’s meeting with guests, saying, “The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh had a wonderful afternoon yesterday, meeting guests at a Garden Party... Guests were invited in recognition of their work to make a positive impact in the local community.”
This update comes just after the Palace confirmed King Charles and Queen Camilla’s Autumn Tour, scheduled for October 18 to October 26. The tour will include a Royal Visit to Australia, a State Visit to the Independent State of Samoa, and attendance at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024.
Notably, this will mark King Charles’ first international engagement since his cancer diagnosis in February 2024, signalling a significant moment for the monarch as he resumes his royal duties abroad.
