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King Charles planning visit to India, Pakistan and Bangladesh

 Published: 12:56, 24 November 2024

King Charles planning visit to India, Pakistan and Bangladesh

King Charles III of the United Kingdom is reportedly planning a tour of the Indian subcontinent, including Bangladesh.

The visit, as reported by The Daily Mirror, could symbolize a renewed focus on diplomatic relations and marks a key milestone in the monarch's recovery from a recent health challenge. This would also be one of his first major international engagements since the passing of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022.
For Bangladesh, the potential visit carries significant cultural and political implications, offering opportunities to discuss mutual concerns such as climate change and sustainable development.
As global tensions influence the region, the tour could play a pivotal role in shaping Britain’s post-Brexit foreign policy and strengthening ties with South Asia. This would be King Charles’ first visit to the region as monarch, following his 2006 trip as Prince of Wales.

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