Fit for a King: A royal welcome to the Gulf for Charles and Camilla
20th February 2007
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall formally met Kuwait's ruling family today as they continued their tour of the Gulf.
The two royal houses of Britain and Kuwait - Windsor and Al-Sabah - held an audience in the sumptuous surroundings of Bayan Palace in the capital, Kuwait City.
Charles and Camilla arrive in Kuwait
Charles and Camilla chatted with the state's Emir (its leader), Crown Prince and Prime Minister for around 40 minutes before beginning a day of engagements.
The royal couple, who flew into the Gulf last night, were met by senior members of the ruling family when they arrived and swept into the large modern palace - used as an office by the Emir - surrounded by security guards and other officials.
The Prince and the Duchess were ushered into a large room where they were greeted by Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Kuwait's 15th Emir, and his younger brother, Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.
Also present was the Prime Minister of Kuwait, Sheikh Nasser Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
The Prince sat together with the Emir on chairs decorated with gold gilt, while the Duchess - wearing a flowing pale green trouser suit - sat a few metres away on her husband's right.
Later, the heir to the throne will visit British officers from various services playing an important role in training Kuwaiti students at a military staff college in Kuwait City.
Britain's ally Kuwait was liberated by the British and Americans in 1991 after Saddam's Iraq invaded it. Formally a part of the Empire, it gained independence from Britain in 1961.
The Prince will watch as the students take part in a maritime warfare strategy lesson using a battle map of the sea, and meet staff at a reception.
He will then visit another college to celebrate youth enterprise and the importance of providing opportunities for young people.
Charles is expected to discuss the work of his Prince's Trust which targets disadvantaged people aged between 14 and 30.
While the Prince is carrying out his engagements, the Duchess will attend a number of events separately, first visiting a Kuwaiti non-governmental organisation which works with youngsters with learning difficulties.
She will then travel to meet staff from an organisation which helps families cope with stress when children are admitted to hospital.
In the evening, Charles will have dinner with the Crown Prince while Camilla has a meal with the Crown Prince's wife.
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READERS' COMMENTS - Some support and some resentment of royals
Who cares where the Princes of Charles and his ex-mistress are, they should never have been allowed to marry - his uncle was not allowed to marry a divorced woman and neither should he have been!
- Pauline Cooper, Leicester, UK
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I'm glad to see the prince accept the invitation to Kuwait. Kuwait and Britain have strong, friendly ties, going back for decades.
Maybe Israel should invite them and they might get a visit Adair, as for Paulines comment "Life moves on".
- Lorraine Al-Qemlas, France
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Yes it is the 21st century so why are an over-indulged, publically funded self appointed family still relevant today? What about equality amongst human beings etc?
- Al, UK
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Some people are never happy unless they're moaning about others. If you can't say anything nice don't say anything at all. It's lovely to see our future King look so happy. He has nearly constantly had that smile on his face since him and Camilla got together and as for the divorce comment, better than acting like Henry VIII and changing the religion of a country and beheading his wives when he tired of them Enjoy your visit Charles and Camilla.
- Cathy, Watford, England
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Al, I doubt that the hundreds of young people given a chance in life by the Princes Trust would agree with you - or the thousands who have benefited by charities that have been sponsored by other members of the Royal Family. And what about the increase in employment and business due to the hoards of tourists drawn to the UK because of the Royal Family? Being resentful of those who are in a priviledged position does no good and is a bit childish. The fact is that the Family does more good for the country than not.
- Sandi, Edinburgh
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Sandi and Cathy, Just because people may not agree with your opinion of the Royal family, it doesn't make them resentful or mean they shouldn't be allowed to air their comments. Tourists come to this country because of our rich history, buildings; art galleries etc, the majority don't even get near the Royal Family. The fact is there are some people who no longer see the relevance of them and feel it is unfair the way the live so indulged when we have homeless people and pensioners struggling to get by.
- Mary, London
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Mary in London - of course you are entitled to your opinion. But unfortunately, there will always be extremely wealthy, "indulged" people and those scraping to get by. Getting rid of the monarchy is throwing the baby out with the bathwater and won't even things up. That monarchy forms a big part of the "rich history" and tradition of the UK. Don't fool yourself. While there are plenty of people who enjoy the museums and galleries, plenty also get a kick out of touring Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and similar "Royal" locations. Tourism aside, the support given to the country through the Prince's Trust and other charitble efforts make the Family worth every penny. I'd rather see the Prince's Trust helping young people get on their feet than see footballers and their shopaholic wives waste their millions.
- Sandi, Edinburgh
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20th February 2007
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall formally met Kuwait's ruling family today as they continued their tour of the Gulf.
The two royal houses of Britain and Kuwait - Windsor and Al-Sabah - held an audience in the sumptuous surroundings of Bayan Palace in the capital, Kuwait City.
Charles and Camilla arrive in Kuwait
Charles and Camilla chatted with the state's Emir (its leader), Crown Prince and Prime Minister for around 40 minutes before beginning a day of engagements.
The royal couple, who flew into the Gulf last night, were met by senior members of the ruling family when they arrived and swept into the large modern palace - used as an office by the Emir - surrounded by security guards and other officials.
The Prince and the Duchess were ushered into a large room where they were greeted by Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Kuwait's 15th Emir, and his younger brother, Crown Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.
Also present was the Prime Minister of Kuwait, Sheikh Nasser Mohammad Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
The Prince sat together with the Emir on chairs decorated with gold gilt, while the Duchess - wearing a flowing pale green trouser suit - sat a few metres away on her husband's right.
Later, the heir to the throne will visit British officers from various services playing an important role in training Kuwaiti students at a military staff college in Kuwait City.
Britain's ally Kuwait was liberated by the British and Americans in 1991 after Saddam's Iraq invaded it. Formally a part of the Empire, it gained independence from Britain in 1961.
The Prince will watch as the students take part in a maritime warfare strategy lesson using a battle map of the sea, and meet staff at a reception.
He will then visit another college to celebrate youth enterprise and the importance of providing opportunities for young people.
Charles is expected to discuss the work of his Prince's Trust which targets disadvantaged people aged between 14 and 30.
While the Prince is carrying out his engagements, the Duchess will attend a number of events separately, first visiting a Kuwaiti non-governmental organisation which works with youngsters with learning difficulties.
She will then travel to meet staff from an organisation which helps families cope with stress when children are admitted to hospital.
In the evening, Charles will have dinner with the Crown Prince while Camilla has a meal with the Crown Prince's wife.
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READERS' COMMENTS - Some support and some resentment of royals
Who cares where the Princes of Charles and his ex-mistress are, they should never have been allowed to marry - his uncle was not allowed to marry a divorced woman and neither should he have been!
- Pauline Cooper, Leicester, UK
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I'm glad to see the prince accept the invitation to Kuwait. Kuwait and Britain have strong, friendly ties, going back for decades.
Maybe Israel should invite them and they might get a visit Adair, as for Paulines comment "Life moves on".
- Lorraine Al-Qemlas, France
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Yes it is the 21st century so why are an over-indulged, publically funded self appointed family still relevant today? What about equality amongst human beings etc?
- Al, UK
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Some people are never happy unless they're moaning about others. If you can't say anything nice don't say anything at all. It's lovely to see our future King look so happy. He has nearly constantly had that smile on his face since him and Camilla got together and as for the divorce comment, better than acting like Henry VIII and changing the religion of a country and beheading his wives when he tired of them Enjoy your visit Charles and Camilla.
- Cathy, Watford, England
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Al, I doubt that the hundreds of young people given a chance in life by the Princes Trust would agree with you - or the thousands who have benefited by charities that have been sponsored by other members of the Royal Family. And what about the increase in employment and business due to the hoards of tourists drawn to the UK because of the Royal Family? Being resentful of those who are in a priviledged position does no good and is a bit childish. The fact is that the Family does more good for the country than not.
- Sandi, Edinburgh
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Sandi and Cathy, Just because people may not agree with your opinion of the Royal family, it doesn't make them resentful or mean they shouldn't be allowed to air their comments. Tourists come to this country because of our rich history, buildings; art galleries etc, the majority don't even get near the Royal Family. The fact is there are some people who no longer see the relevance of them and feel it is unfair the way the live so indulged when we have homeless people and pensioners struggling to get by.
- Mary, London
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Mary in London - of course you are entitled to your opinion. But unfortunately, there will always be extremely wealthy, "indulged" people and those scraping to get by. Getting rid of the monarchy is throwing the baby out with the bathwater and won't even things up. That monarchy forms a big part of the "rich history" and tradition of the UK. Don't fool yourself. While there are plenty of people who enjoy the museums and galleries, plenty also get a kick out of touring Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle and similar "Royal" locations. Tourism aside, the support given to the country through the Prince's Trust and other charitble efforts make the Family worth every penny. I'd rather see the Prince's Trust helping young people get on their feet than see footballers and their shopaholic wives waste their millions.
- Sandi, Edinburgh
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