King Charles III Returns to Royal Engagements Following Cancer Diagnosis, Holds Meeting with Jeremy Hunt
After facing a cancer diagnosis, King Charles III is back to fulfilling his royal duties and recently met with Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, to discuss important matters.
King Charles III Resumes Royal Duties as Cancer Treatments Continue
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King Charles III is back to work as a king while receiving treatment for cancer. The 75-year-old monarch was seen at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, March 5, meeting with Britain’s Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt. The two appeared happy as they greeted each other, shook hands, and posed for pictures.
The meeting between the pair happened a day before Hunt, who is 57 years old, was scheduled to announce a big news about the U.K. budget on Wednesday, March 6. It is a tradition for the current British monarch to meet with the chancellor the day before the budget announcement, as reported by the BBC.
What made this meeting special was that it was captured in a photo for everyone to see. Normally, these meetings between the chancellor and the monarch are done in private.
Charles met with Hunt one month after Buckingham Palace announced that the king had been diagnosed with cancer. The diagnosis came after a procedure for his enlarged prostate.
According to a statement from the Palace, the king has started regular treatments and has been advised by doctors to avoid public appearances. However, he will still carry out his State duties and official work as usual during this time.
King Charles III Resumes Royal Duties as Cancer Treatments Continue
King Charles III meets with Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt Aaron Chown - WPA Pool/Getty Images
The type of cancer that Prince Charles has been diagnosed with has not been disclosed by the palace. However, royal reporter Omid Scobie has clarified that it is not prostate cancer.
Following his diagnosis, Prince Charles expressed his gratitude to all those who have shown him support in a heartfelt statement.
The king expressed his gratitude for the kind thoughts and support from those affected by cancer in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on February 10. He mentioned how sharing his own diagnosis has helped raise awareness and highlight the work of organizations supporting cancer patients and their families in the U.K. and beyond.
Charles also talked about his diagnosis with U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak a few weeks later. During his first public appearance since the news broke, he shared the positive impact of the "wonderful messages" he has received.
Charles shared with Sunak that he was often brought to tears, despite appearing cheerful. Sunak, 43, expressed to the Prime Minister that he was glad to see Charles in good health, as seen in video footage of their meeting.
Following their conversation, Charles was seen at Buckingham Palace on February 24, happily reading get well soon cards. He sat next to his recognizable red briefcase, which is typically used for official royal duties.
Prince William and Queen Camilla have stepped in to help with some of Charles' public duties after his diagnosis. They have been seen attending events in the U.K. However, Queen Camilla, who is 76 years old, has recently taken a break from certain royal engagements.
A source revealed exclusively to We on Monday, March 4, that Charles noticed Camilla was overworking herself while also trying to take care of him and manage her worries.
Her next scheduled appearance is on Monday, March 11, when she will fill in for the king at Westminster Abbey for the annual Commonwealth Day service.
Editor's P/S:
The article sheds light on King Charles III's resilience and dedication to his royal duties amidst his recent cancer diagnosis. Despite the challenging circumstances, he continues to attend important meetings and engage in official work, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to his role as monarch. The fact that he met with the Chancellor of the Exchequer the day before the budget announcement highlights the importance he places on fulfilling his responsibilities.
The article also emphasizes the support and empathy that King Charles has received from those around him, including Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and members of the royal family. Their kind words and messages of encouragement have provided him with solace during this difficult time. The king's own gratitude for the support he has received underscores the power of community and the importance of reaching out to those who are facing challenges.
