Credited from: SCMP
US President Donald Trump is set to undertake an unprecedented second state visit to the United Kingdom from September 17 to 19, hosted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle. This visit is noteworthy as no other US president has received a second invitation for such an occasion, with Trump's first state visit occurring in 2019 under Queen Elizabeth II's reign, according to BBC and South China Morning Post.
The invitation was personally delivered by Prime Minister Keir Starmer during a meeting with Trump in February, where the President described it as a "great, great honour." Trump expressed particular excitement about staying at Windsor Castle, labeling it "really something," according to India Times and India Times.
Unlike typical visits for second-term presidents, which often involve less formalities, Trump's state visit includes a full ceremonial schedule typically reserved for heads of state, featuring military parades, a carriage procession, and a state banquet, according to South China Morning Post and India Times.
However, Trump's presence is likely to provoke public protests similar to those seen during his first visit, with some lawmakers questioning the appropriateness of extending such an honour, particularly due to his controversial policies. During his previous visit, a giant baby Trump blimp was famously displayed near the Parliament, as noted by BBC and South China Morning Post.