King Charles and Queen Camilla are set to undertake their first state visit of 2025 when they travel to Italy on April 7.
The visit will include several formal engagements across Italy, demonstrating the King's improving health and ability to resume royal responsibilities.
The trip highlights the continuing diplomatic relationship between the United Kingdom and Italy.
The royal couple will also celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary during the visit on April 9.
While they typically mark this occasion privately, this year they will attend a black tie State Banquet hosted by Italian President Sergio Mattarella.
The formal dinner will take place at the Quirinale, a former Italian palace.
Charles and Camilla were married on April 9 2005 in a civil ceremony at Windsor Guildhall.
Their wedding had to be postponed by 24 hours so the then Prince of Wales could attend the funeral of Pope John Paul II.
A Service of Prayer and Dedication at Windsor Castle followed their low-key wedding.
The visit will feature a spectacular aerial display showcasing UK-Italy defence cooperation.
A joint flypast over Rome will be performed by the Italian Air Force's aerobatic team, Frecce Tricolori, alongside the RAF's Red Arrows.
This visual demonstration symbolises the military partnership between the two nations.
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The aerial display will be one of several highlights during the royal couple's Italian state visit.
The planned audience with Pope Francis during the royal visit has been cancelled.
Pope Francis is continuing to recover from pneumonia and requires additional rest.
Buckingham Palace confirmed the change, stating medical advice indicated the Pope would "benefit from an extended period of rest and recuperation".
The Palace added: "Their Majesties send The Pope their best wishes for his convalescence and look forward to visiting him in The Holy See, once he has recovered."
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The visit will include several formal engagements across Italy, demonstrating the King's improving health and ability to resume royal responsibilities.
The trip highlights the continuing diplomatic relationship between the United Kingdom and Italy.
The royal couple will also celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary during the visit on April 9.
While they typically mark this occasion privately, this year they will attend a black tie State Banquet hosted by Italian President Sergio Mattarella.
The formal dinner will take place at the Quirinale, a former Italian palace.
Charles and Camilla were married on April 9 2005 in a civil ceremony at Windsor Guildhall.
Their wedding had to be postponed by 24 hours so the then Prince of Wales could attend the funeral of Pope John Paul II.
A Service of Prayer and Dedication at Windsor Castle followed their low-key wedding.
The visit will feature a spectacular aerial display showcasing UK-Italy defence cooperation.
A joint flypast over Rome will be performed by the Italian Air Force's aerobatic team, Frecce Tricolori, alongside the RAF's Red Arrows.
This visual demonstration symbolises the military partnership between the two nations.
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The aerial display will be one of several highlights during the royal couple's Italian state visit.
The planned audience with Pope Francis during the royal visit has been cancelled.
Pope Francis is continuing to recover from pneumonia and requires additional rest.
Buckingham Palace confirmed the change, stating medical advice indicated the Pope would "benefit from an extended period of rest and recuperation".
The Palace added: "Their Majesties send The Pope their best wishes for his convalescence and look forward to visiting him in The Holy See, once he has recovered."
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