Overview

• King Charles III will open Canada's Parliament on May 27, marking the first time in nearly 50 years a monarch has done so.
• The visit comes as U.S. President Trump continues to call for Canada to become America's 51st state, prompting concerns over Canadian sovereignty.
• The throne speech, written by the Canadian government, will reflect political neutrality, limiting the King's ability to make direct statements on sovereignty.
• Prime Minister Mark Carney has emphasized the visit as a strategic affirmation of Canada's independence and a response to recent U.S. rhetoric.
• The King has used symbolic gestures, such as wearing Canadian medals and planting a maple tree, to subtly underscore his support for Canada.