Future Queen hopes overseas engagements will foster reconciliation
Prince William and Princess Catherine are preparing to expand their charitable efforts globally, with a particular focus on strengthening their presence in the United States.
According to royal insiders, their increasing international engagements are not aimed at competing with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, but rather to broaden the impact of their work.
Following a successful year of fundraising from US donors, the Prince and Princess of Wales have relaunched The Royal Foundation in America, securing trademark registration to extend their charitable reach. William has hinted at a greater focus on international engagements, with sources revealing that Catherine is expected to undertake more global visits in 2025.
Beyond their philanthropic ambitions, the US visits hold personal significance for Catherine, who reportedly sees them as an opportunity to reconnect with Prince Harry and help ease tensions within the royal family.
“Kate sees a US trip as a valuable opportunity to bridge the gap between William and Harry,” a royal insider told Closer.
The rift between the brothers has been widely documented, particularly following Harry and Meghan’s Oprah interview in 2021 and the release of Harry’s memoir Spare in 2023. Despite these challenges, sources say Catherine remains committed to mending the family bond.
“Rebuilding the relationship between William and Harry is a key focus for Kate this year,” the insider added. “She’s hopeful that being in the same country will allow for meaningful dialogue.”
While The Royal Foundation’s US expansion is still in its early stages, sources close to the couple stress that this move is about growing their charitable influence rather than creating rivalries.
“This is a natural evolution of their work,” an insider clarified. “It’s about expanding their reach, not competing with the Sussexes.”
As the Prince and Princess of Wales continue to develop their transatlantic efforts, Catherine remains hopeful that both professional success and family healing will be part of this new chapter.
