King Charles III's state banquet speech in full

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2025-09-17

London (PA Media/dpa) - Here is the King's state banquet speech in full: "Mr President, Mrs Trump, it is with great pleasure that my wife and I welcome you to Windsor Castle, on this, your second state visit to the United Kingdom. "This unique and important occasion reflects the enduring bond between our two great nations. Anchored by the deep friendship between our people, this relationship which, with good reason, we and our predecessors have l......

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