King Charles’ Bermuda visit explained following successful US visit

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2 May 2026 • 1:26 AM MYT
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King Charles’ Bermuda visit explained following successful US visit

  • King Charles received an official welcome to Bermuda with a ceremony in St George's, featuring a 21-gun salute and a guard of honour.
  • His arrival followed a four-day state visit to America, where he engaged in diplomacy to strengthen the UK-US special relationship and president Donald Trump lifted tariffs on Scottish whisky after an intervention by the Queen and King.
  • In Bermuda, the King greeted well-wishers and children waving Union flags, with one young boy dressed as a guardsman.
  • His itinerary includes visits to Trunk Island for environmental education, meetings with local officials, showcasing Bermudian culture, and a garden party.
  • Andrew Murdoch, the UK-appointed Governor of Bermuda, described the visit as “an opportunity to celebrate […] Bermudians” and “strengthen the UK’s modern partnership with Bermuda”.

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