Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Daniel Altman

Trump would like to join the Commonwealth – but it’s not up to him, or the King

Donald Trump and the then-Prince of Wales during the toast at a dinner in London in 2019 - ((Chris Jackson/PA))

It seems Britain has one key inducement to offer US President Donald Trump: a state visit hosted by King Charles.

One can only imagine what the king thinks of this, but he will undoubtedly maintain a stiff upper lip and preside over several lavish dinners.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.