The National Meeting for Unity and Peace in Tripoli on November 15th, brought together nearly a thousand Libyans to reignite the discussion of restoring Libya’s constitutional monarchy by reactivating the 1951 Independence Constitution. This document, the first of its kind in the region, is viewed as the only legitimate framework for stabilizing the country after years of instability, with Crown Prince Mohammed El-Senussi as a unifying figure above partisan politics. For the United Kingdom, which played a key role in Libya’s original independence and has significant strategic interests tied to the country’s stability, supporting a Libyan-led process to restore institutional legitimacy and national unity is crucial. A stable Libya based on the 1951 framework would not only benefit regional security, but also advance the UK’s long-term diplomatic, security, and economic objectives.
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King Charles’s recent address to the Canadian Parliament underscored a significant point often overlooked: his role as the King of Canada, separate and distinct from his role as King of the United Kingdom. This visit served as a powerful demonstration of Canadian sovereignty, directly countering misconceptions about continued British influence over Canadian affairs.
The very act of King Charles addressing Parliament, with the Prime Minister seated below him, symbolically reaffirms Canada’s constitutional monarchy. It’s a visual representation of the existing governmental structure, a system that many find themselves only now fully grasping. This isn’t a subtle gesture; it’s a bold statement acknowledging Canada’s unique constitutional framework and its sovereign right to its own head of state.… Continue reading
King Charles III will open the 45th Canadian Parliament on May 27th, marking his first such visit as sovereign and the first time a monarch has opened a new Parliament since 1957. This event, including the Speech from the Throne outlining government priorities, will be attended by Queen Camilla. The visit coincides with ongoing U.S. threats to Canadian sovereignty, prompting calls for a stronger assertion of Canadian independence. The King’s presence is viewed as symbolically significant, reaffirming Canada’s constitutional monarchy and national identity.
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