Chief Islander meets the King and OT Minister: A day to remember
Report and photos from Tristan Government UK Representative Chris Carnegy
Chief Islander James Glass had two very special engagements on the second day of a busy Joint Ministerial Council week in London on Tuesday 19th December 2024.
The UK’s new Overseas Territories Minister invited the Chief Islander to a private meeting. Stephen Doughty was keen to hear about current challenges and opportunities facing Tristan. The conversation ranged across the re-tendering of Tristan’s key fishing contract, the desire for Tristan to have full Territory status, and opportunities to leverage UK aid to put the island on a firmer financial footing.
King Charles and Queen Camilla were hosts of the ball which is a white tie event, which means the royal women wore tiaras. Queen Camilla chose a diamond and aquamarine tiara that had belonged to Queen Elizabeth.
In the evening, James was invited to the glittering annual Diplomatic Ball at Buckingham Palace. The climax of the night came when he was introduced to His Majesty King Charles. The monarch is a keen supporter of the Overseas Territories and is passionate about their role in environmental protection.
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