King Charles spoke about politics, history and 'renewing the pledge of friendship' as he became the first British monarch to address the German parliament. Watch the highlights of his speech 👇
For the German politicians watching and listening, the King had met the moment.Delivering his speech in both English and German, it felt personal and powerful.
This was a message of partnership and alliance, of reconciliation after the Second World War, and of solidarity in supporting Ukraine. There was enormous warmth in his words. He told the parliament how much Germany had meant to his mother, and spoke of his"cherished" family relations in the country.This speech was all about renewing relations, reminding both Britain and Germany of their shared histories, common interests and future friendship.
At points the King's speech amused the congregation. He hailed the two countries for having"laughed together - both at each other, and with each other", before going on to highlight key cultural moments, includingHe also celebrated their cultural contributions to the world, joking that more recent generations will think of The Beatles and Kraftwerk as much as Brahms and Shakespeare.
The King's speech has been the most anticipated event on his agenda during the three-day trip to Germany., the King spoke at a state banquet hosted by German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, where he pledged to"strengthen the connections" between the UK and Germany.
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