Visit of Charles III and Camilla to the United States: the rules that Donald Trump will have to follow
The history is being written! King Charles III and Queen Camilla are about to fly to the United States for a historic state visit. Upon their arrival in Washington on Monday, April 27th, the royal couple will participate in the celebrations of the 250th anniversary of the independence of the American people. For the occasion, the American president and the First Lady will honor their British counterparts. Melania Trump herself has “supervised the preparations for the state visit” of the King and Queen of the United Kingdom, according to the official White House website.
Upon their arrival in the United States, King Charles III and Queen Camilla will be welcomed by Donald Trump and Melania Trump at the entrance to the White House. Then, the couples will proceed to the Green Room to have tea. Subsequently, the heads of state and their spouses will visit the new Beehive of the White House before retiring to their apartments. Over the next three days, the two couples will have various engagements.
Visit of Charles III and Camilla to the United States: the rules that Donald Trump will have to follow
For this historic state visit, a specific protocol is in place at the White House, according to employees in the documentary “The Palace and the Presidents,” cited by The Mirror on Saturday, April 25th. Donald Trump will have to adhere to a number of rules. Capricia Marshall, the former Chief of Protocol of the United States from 2009 to 2013, recalled that before the meeting between Elizabeth II and Barack Obama, a consultation took place regarding the “greetings and references” because “the presidents of the United States do not bow to any other leader.”
In addition, the planned outfits for the day were also very regulated, to avoid a “clash of colors or patterns.” As for the food, the former royal family chef, Visen Anenden, explained that all menus were carefully planned to respect “all dietary requirements” of the guests. Garlic and onions are notably “completely prohibited” because the family “does not want the odor and fragrance they emit.” Finally, the President of the United States will have to provide a substantial gift for King Charles III and his wife.
Article written in collaboration with 6Médias.
