King Charles and Macron share a joke as they view the Bayeux Tapestry together at the British Museum
King Charles and Emmanuel Macron try to show there is no needle between Britain and France as they view the Bayeux Tapestry together. His Majesty and the French president enjoyed a joke while walking the artwork’s 230ft length at the British Museum yesterday. The 950-year-old masterpiece, which depicts the 1066 Battle of Hastings and Norman...
- Why it matters
- The joint viewing signals an attempt to demonstrate close UK-France relations at a moment when the two countries have had friction. The tapestry's presence in London has been a long-standing point of French contention.
- Most affected
- UK-France diplomatic relations — Public demonstration of cooperation and ease between the two governments.
- Likely next
- Whether France formally responds to the visit or whether any joint statements emerge from the meeting.