They came, almost all of them were there. Members of the British royal family were on deck on December 3 for the arrival of the Emir of Qatar, on a state visit to the United Kingdom for two days. Arriving the day before, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani was first welcomed with his wife Sheikha Jawaher by the Prince and Princess of Wales. Increasingly present after the announcement of the end of her chemotherapy treatment, this was the first major commitment for Kate. While Queen Camilla – who is still battling “persistent effects” of a lung infection – had to pass her turn for the ceremony.
After immortalizing the meeting in front of the photographers, the two couples joined King Charles III at Horse Guards Palace. In her burgundy coat dress with matching fascinator, the Princess of Wales almost outshone the Emir and his first wife. In addition to the expressions of affection from Prince William, it is a perfect reverence to his father-in-law which has indeed amazed the early admirers of the British royal family.
Kate rewarded by Charles III
Present at the lunch then at the discussions in the Picture Gallery at Buckingham Palace, Kate however did not take part in the state banquet organized in the evening. Charles III was then surrounded by his wife, but also his sister, the Royal Princesses Anne and Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh and the Duchess of Gloucester. All three wore the insignia of the order of the royal family of Charles III. This portrait of the king surrounded by diamonds on sky blue silk ribbons, the Princess of Wales also received it, according to the magazine Hello.
What is the Royal Family Order of Charles III?
The prestigious distinction highlights the important role of a member of the royal family within the monarchy. This badge is given by the monarch to the women of the Windsor clan as a mark of appreciation and recognition. Very close to Kate, Charles III – who designated her as his “adored daughter-in-law” – never misses an opportunity to show her all his admiration.
