King Charles acknowledges ‘suffering of the past’ as Caribbean tour begins

King Charles embarked on a nine-day Caribbean tour, marking his first visit to the region as king. Upon arriving in the Bahamas, he received a ceremonial welcome at the airport and attended a youth rally. The palace stated that while the king would not shy away from discussing the "colonial legacy" and the impact of the slave trade, he would not apologize for Britain's role in the trade or offer reparations.

At his first engagement, the king delivered a speech to young people, acknowledging the "great suffering and injustices of the past" and emphasizing the importance of their role in caring for the planet. In Guyana, the king's visit will focus on environmental and biodiversity issues, while in Antigua and Barbuda, Queen Camilla will join him for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).