The filmed meeting took place on October 12 in Buckingham Palace. Going viral on social media, the scene is very funny for the netizens.
What is the relationship between King Charles III and his Prime Minister Liz Truss? This exchange, which took place at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday, October 12, may have given a small clue. On that day, the new sovereign of the United Kingdom received the leader in his offices for the first of their weekly meetings, which will take place every Wednesday to discuss the country’s policy. But while greeting him, the sovereign said some strange words.
“Your Highness, it’s nice to see you again,” began the tenant of 10 Downing Street, walking through the cabinet doors before bowing. “You are there again. Oh, my God…” then Charles III gushed. And let me add, while guiding him around the room. “Anyway” (“Finally well” editor’s note) The surprising, even embarrassing, exchange was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media.
“Inadvertent Comedy”
Netizens had fun comparing the scene to the British series, cult and absurd. The office. “Political awkwardness and unintentional comedy at an all-time high,” tweeted British diplomat and author Jennifer Cassidy. “This is one of the biggest things I’ve ever seen,” wrote a second, followed by a third post criticizing the prime minister. “It will turn even the staunchest Republican into a monarch. Even King Charles III knows that Truce’s time has passed. Bright”:
Watch this awkward moment between King Charles III and Prime Minister Liz Truss on video
Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher
Images of the weekly meetings between the sovereign and his leader are rare. Last Wednesday, the capture of this (short) meeting was therefore exceptional, several media outlets reported. It was intended to immortalize Charles III’s first political moments as the country’s new king.
Queen Elizabeth II has always been careful to honor her negotiations during her 70-year reign, hosting a total of 15 prime ministers. Among them are Winston Churchill, Theresa May or even Margaret Thatcher, also known as the “Iron Lady”. A nickname we now bestow upon his heir, Liz Truss.
Source: Le Figaro
