US EditionKisses, Handshakes: British Royals Host Friendly State Visit for French President
WINDSOR CASTLE, BERKSHIRE, UK, JUL 8 – The visit highlights renewed UK-France cooperation on migration, defense, and Ukraine, with 37,000 migrants crossing the English Channel in 2024, officials said.
- French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in the UK on Tuesday for a three-day state visit starting at Windsor Castle with royal ceremonies and political talks in London.
- The visit follows mounting pressure to curb dangerous small-boat crossings of the English Channel, where about 37,000 people were detected in 2024 and over 20,000 in early 2025.
- French President Emmanuel Macron and British leader Keir Starmer convene a Franco-British summit focused on enhancing collaboration in migration, defense, investment, and establishing a security force for Ukraine following a potential ceasefire.
- More than 950 servicemen and 70 horses took part in a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle, while Home Secretary Yvette Cooper noted France is deploying new tactics to stop boats in the water.
- The visit signals efforts to strengthen UK-French diplomatic ties post-Brexit and improve joint action on migration despite complex operational, legal, and safety challenges.
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Kisses, handshakes: British royals host friendly state visit for French president
There were protocol-compliant hugs, kisses and firm handshakes Tuesday as the visibly delighted Macrons received an affectionate welcome from King Charles III and his wife Camilla on the first state…
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perspectivemedia.comKing and French president Macron display entente cordiale as state visit begins
State visits capitalise on the royals’ soft power to strengthen diplomatic ties with allies.
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Thames Valley Police searching Windsor ahead of Emmanuel Macron's state visit
Thames Valley Police officers have been spotted conducting searches ahead of the state visit of President Emmanuel Macron to Windsor Castle this week. The dignitaries will be welcomed to the castle by the King and Queen, and the Prince and Princess of Wales on Tuesday, July 7.
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