Prince William Meets Donald Trump in Paris: A ‘Warm, Friendly Meeting’
Prince William met with the former US president Donald Trump last Saturday in Paris. The pair met at the UK ambassador’s residence in the French capital.
Images from the meeting show the two men standing in the foyer and posing for pictures. Trump enthusiastically praised William, calling him “ a great man” and expressing confidence in his future. Kensington Palace described the meeting as “warm and friendly”.
US President-elect Donald Trump (R) and Britain’s Prince William, Prince of Wales (L), pose for a photograph ahead of a meeting at the UK ambassador’s residence in Paris, on December 7, 2024. The US President-elect makes his first international trip since his election win, preparing for a day of intense diplomacy whilst attending the reopening ceremony for the Notre Dame cathedral restored after the 2019 fire.
It was a meeting surrounded by historic figures and global camaraderie. The event coincided with the ceremonial reopening of the Notre Dame cathedral. William looked dapper and showcased a beard as he hailed France during what turned out to be a whirlwind European diplomatic cameo block by the then president-elect Trump. According to Kensington Palace, the two men discussed a range of global issues including the enduring bond between the UK and the US.
Trump reportedly shared fond memories about Queen Elizabeth II with the Prince. `
The event garnered a symphony of global celebrants including French president Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
However, William was also scheduled to meet First Lady Jill Biden, who was attending on behalf of President Joe Biden. Their
What were the circumstances surrounding the meeting between Prince William and Donald Trump in Paris?
## A Royal Encounter: Prince William and Donald Trump Meet in Paris
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Joining us today is Royal Historian and Commentator Dr. Emily Thompson to discuss the recent meeting between Prince William and former US President Donald Trump in Paris.
Dr. Thompson, thank you for being here.
**Dr. Thompson:** My pleasure.
**Host:** This meeting seems somewhat unexpected. Can you shed some light on the context surrounding this encounter?
**Dr. Thompson:** Absolutely. Both Prince William and Donald Trump were in Paris last Saturday for the official reopening ceremony of Notre Dame Cathedral. While their attendance at the event itself isn’t surprising, the personal meeting between them definitely caught the public eye.
**Host:** We’ve seen photographs of the two men together. How would you describe the atmosphere of the meeting?
**Dr. Thompson:**
Well, according to Kensington Palace, the meeting was described as “warm and friendly.” [[1](https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2024/12/06/prince-william-donald-trump-notre-dame-reopening/) ]Photographs also show them seemingly comfortable in each other’s presence, even smiling and posing for pictures.
**Host:** Donald Trump reportedly praised Prince William effusively, calling him “a great man” and expressing confidence in his future. What might be the motivations behind such public praise?
**Dr. Thompson:** It’s certainly an interesting observation. One could speculate that Mr. Trump seeks to cultivate positive relations with the British Royal Family, particularly with someone who is seen as a future monarch. It’s also worth considering the potential for a future charitable collaboration, given both men’s documented philanthropic involvement.
**Host:** Looking ahead, do you think this meeting will have any lasting impact on Anglo-American relations?
**Dr. Thompson:** It’s difficult to say with certainty. While a single meeting is unlikely to shift the course of international relations, it does highlight the ongoing connections between prominent figures from both countries. Perhaps this encounter could pave the way for further dialog and cooperation on a range of issues.
**Host:** Fascinating insights, Dr. Thompson. Thank you for joining us to analyze this intriguing meeting.
