King Charles, Queen Camilla to visit Italy, Vatican

Politics 10 February 2025 11:05

King Charles and Queen Camilla will visit Italy and the Vatican in April, Buckingham Palace has said, CE Report quotes ANSA.

Charles visited Italy many times when he was the prince of Wales but this will be his first trip since becoming the UK's head of State.

"Their Majesties The King and Queen will undertake State Visits to the Holy See and the Republic of Italy in early April 2025," Buckingham Palace said.

"During Their Majesties' State visit to the Holy See, The King and Queen will join His Holiness Pope Francis in celebrating the 2025 Jubilee Year.

Traditionally held once every 25 years, the Jubilee is a special year for the Catholic Church; a year of walking together as 'Pilgrims of Hope'.

"During Their Majesties' State Visit to the Republic of Italy, The King and Queen will undertake engagements in Rome and Ravenna, celebrating the strong bilateral relationship between Italy and the United Kingdom." As king, Charles is the head of the Church of England.

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King Charles, Queen Camilla to visit Italy, Vatican

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