King Charles praises US-UK relationship on America’s 250th
King Charles drew attention to the “relationship based on friendship” between the United Kingdom and the United States, which celebrates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Signed in 1776, the document established the independence of the United States from the colonial rule of Great Britain; its anniversary is celebrated on July 4.
In a message President Donald Trump and American citizens, externalThe King said that “through centuries of common struggle and achievements” the two countries had built “confidence and belief in freedom, the rule of law and the dignity of all people”.
“When we look at the next 250 years, I have no doubt that we will continue to protect our common values,” he said.
“I believe that the bond between our people will grow stronger over time.”
This comes as Trump prepares to take part in celebrations in Washington DC today, including flyovers of hundreds of planes and a fireworks display.
The Fourth of July fireworks display is an annual tradition in Washington, D.C., and Trump promised that this year’s version, scheduled to begin after his own remarks, would be the “largest fireworks display in history.”
Festivities are also held in other parts of the United States.
The Times Square Ball in New York will drop eight times to signal midnight in all US time zones.
A celebration concert will be held in Philadelphia, where the Declaration of Independence was signed at Independence Hall 250 years ago, with stars including Christina Aguilera and Meek Mill.
In May, King and Queen Camilla, Queen Elizabeth II. He visited the US on the first British state visit to the country since Queen Elizabeth II’s visit in 2007.
