Overview

• King Charles III and Queen Camilla have confirmed a state visit to Italy in early April 2025, as announced by Buckingham Palace.
• The visit will include a meeting with Pope Francis, marking the first meeting between the two since Charles ascended the throne.
• This will be the first visit by a British monarch to the Pope in over a decade, with the two leaders set to discuss the Holy Year celebrations.
• The trip also aligns with the 20th wedding anniversary of Charles and Camilla, adding a personal significance to their itinerary.
• Despite ongoing cancer treatment, King Charles has resumed international travel, including recent visits to Australia, Samoa, and Poland.