Royal Visit: A Commonwealth Commitment

King Charles and Queen Camilla attended a service at St Thomas' Anglican church in North Sydney, marking the start of their tour in Australia. This trip is Charles' first international tour as monarch, following his cancer diagnosis. While visiting, he emphasized his dedication to education and climate change initiatives in small island states.

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla commenced their Australia tour by attending a service at St Thomas' Anglican church in North Sydney. Greeted by schoolchildren and the Archbishop of Sydney, Kanishka Raffel, the royal couple engaged with the community, marking Charles' first overseas visit as king since a recent health battle.

Following the service, the public received their first chance to connect with the royal pair since their Friday arrival in Sydney. This marks a significant moment as it is Charles' inaugural trip abroad as king. On completing the Australian visit, King Charles will head to Samoa for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.

Charles has committed to advancing education and supporting climate resilience in small island nations. Through a personal donation, he has established a skills development program aimed at mid-career professionals and civil servants, enhancing education and strengthening the capacity of these communities to withstand climate change challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)