The Duke of Edinburgh will make an official visit to Kuwait in December (Image: Getty)
In just a few weeks’ time, the is set to embark on a solo official visit to from December 17 to 18, just a few days before .The Duke’s visit coincides with the conclusion of the UK and Kuwait’s joint celebrations marking 125 years of official diplomatic relations and the preparations next year, to commemorate 250 years since the beginning of their trading ties.The British Embassy said that it will announce further details in due course.Ahead of the upcoming visit, H.E. Belinda Lewis, the UK Ambassador to the State of Kuwait, said: “I am thrilled that The Duke of Edinburgh will be visiting Kuwait next month. She said: “This visit is a testament to the long-standing and warm friendship between the United Kingdom and the State of Kuwait, and it will be a fantastic opportunity to celebrate and strengthen our enduring partnership.”
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Sophie and Edward “stepped up” their engagements when the King fell ill (Image: Getty)
The King’s brother and his wife Duchess Sophie, often attend royal events jointly and have been dubbed an “asset” to the Royal Family.Last week, at Stoke Mandeville Hospital for its 80th anniversary.As Patron of Paralympics GB, the duke and his wife met staff and patients undergoing rehabilitation sessions in the Upper Limb Lab and visited Horatios Garden, which nurtures the well-being of people after spinal injuries.Throughout early 2024, as the King was battling through his cancer diagnosis, and Duchess Sophie were seen “stepping up” and attending more high-profile public engagements across the country.
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Prince William travelled to Kuwait in 2023 (Image: Getty)
last travelled to the country’s new Emir, following the passing of Kuwait’s former leader, 86-year-old Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah.Speaking on behalf of , about the trip, former royal butler Grant Harrold said: “Now he is the Prince of Wales, he is next in line to the throne so he will be given more jobs and responsibilities to do but the King will still carry out duties he is required to do.”Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah passed away on December 16, 2023, and was buried the following day. Although William travelled solo, without his wife Princess Kate, he was joined by former foreign secretary .