- King Charles and French President Emmanuel Macron shared a remarkably warm and extended farewell at Windsor Castle, marking a successful start to the French leader’s state visit.
- Their departure featured a notable 28-second handshake, during which their conversation continued, symbolising their burgeoning rapport.
- Earlier, President Macron and his wife laid flowers at Queen Elizabeth II’s tomb and attended a state banquet where he paid tribute to the late Queen.
- The two leaders toured Windsor Castle gardens, discussing nature restoration, and exchanged gifts, including an oak sapling and a watercolour set painted by the King.
- Their final words re-branded the traditional "entente cordiale" as the "entente amicale," further highlighting the strong bond between them.
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