King Charles praised by Trump for diplomatic handling during US state visit
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 13:20 UTC
- Sources: South China Morning Post
During his recent state visit to the United Kingdom, King Charles was lauded by President Trump, who also lifted tariffs on Scotch whisky as a goodwill gesture. Analysts noted the king's careful balance of praise and subtle criticism of US policies, especially regarding the Iran conflict. The visit may affect transatlantic relations. Source: South China Morning Post.