US President Joe Biden meets King Charles III first time since British monarch's coronation

US President Joe Biden and King Charles III had their first meeting since the British monarch's ascension to the throne, as Biden paid a visit to Windsor Castle to partake in the ceremonial aspects associated with a royal encounter, according to reports.

Biden arrived at the castle to inspect an honor guard composed of the Prince of Wales Company of the Welsh Guards. Positioned on the grassy quadrangle before a tent, hundreds of uniformed troops and their military band welcomed the monarch's arrival with a rendition of "God Save the King," followed by "The Star-Spangled Banner" upon Biden's entrance.

This occasion marked Biden's second visit to Windsor Castle since assuming office. In June 2021, the president met late Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles's mother, at her residence just outside London. Throughout her reign, the Queen had met with twelve US presidents, with the exception of President Lyndon Johnson. Reflecting on his interaction with the Queen, President Biden expressed his desire to have had more time to converse with the Queen, describing her as exceedingly gracious.


This highly anticipated meeting with King Charles presented an opportunity to observe how he navigates his traditionally non-political role alongside his personal commitment to a cause that has become a central priority for him. Biden has repeatedly referred to climate change as "the existential threat to human existence as we know it."

During the meeting, Biden, King Charles, and climate envoy John Kerry engaged in discussions with leaders from private sector companies at a climate event. The group addressed obstacles hindering private investment, and Kerry commended the productive nature of their engagement, lauding King Charles's ability to bring relevant stakeholders together on such a crucial issue.

FAQs

Q1. Is this the first visit of President Joe Biden to Windsor Castle?
A1. This occasion marked Biden's second visit to Windsor Castle since assuming office. In June 2021, the president met late Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles's mother, at her residence just outside London.

Q2. How many Presidents did meet late Queen Elizabeth II?
A2. Throughout her reign, late Queen Elizabeth II had met with twelve US presidents.