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AP: Pomp, pageantry and politesse greet French President Macron in display of British royals’ soft power

WINDSOR AND MAIDENHEAD, ENGLAND, JUL 9 – The visit includes formal ceremonies with 950 UK service members participating and marks the first state visit by a French leader since 2008 to emphasize enduring Franco-British ties.

  • French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, began a state visit in Britain, showcasing military pomp and royal toasts.
  • This visit is the first by a French head of state since Nicolas Sarkozy's trip in 2008.
  • Approximately 950 U.K. service members are participating in the ceremonies, including street-lining duties and the Guard of Honor at Windsor Castle.
  • The visit highlights close defense ties between the U.K. and France.
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Pomp, pageantry and politesse greet French President Macron in display of British royals' soft power

The French Tricolor and Britain's Union flag hang from the standards near Windsor Castle.

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Associated Press News broke the news in United States on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
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