Photo: King Charles III, a new official portrait, released ahead of his Coronation
Photo by photographer Hugo Burnand in the Blue Drawing Room at Buckingham Palace, London.
His Majesty The King Charles III extended his heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency President Ramaphosa and the people of the Republic of South Africa as they celebrated their National Day.
In his message, His Majesty The King Charles III expressed his continued warm friendship, strong and close partnership between the two countries, including as members of the Commonwealth, where 2023 marks the tenth anniversary of the Commonwealth Charter.
As we face these challenging times, our working together for prosperity, democracy, peace, and, critically, tackling climate change and biodiversity loss is all the more important.
I have always cherished my visits to South Africa and remember fondly the warm receptions repeatedly given to me by the people of South Africa. It was the greatest pleasure to be able to welcome you to the United Kingdom last November for the first State Visit of my Reign.
As you and South Africans everywhere celebrate today, my wife joins me in sending you our warmest good wishes for the year ahead, Charles R.
British High Commission Pretoria
Published on 28 April 2023