WorldSeptember 18, 2025

UK–U.S. State Visit: Ceremony, Talks and Public Reaction

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Key Vocabulary

state visit

state visit /steɪt ˈvɪzɪt/: a formal visit by a head of state to another country

"A state visit often has a banquet and ceremonies."

Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle /ˈwɪnzər ˈkæsəl/: a royal home in England where the state dinner was held

"The leaders walked into Windsor Castle for the banquet."

friendship

friendship /ˈfrɛndʃɪp/: a close and positive relationship between people or countries

"Good friendship helps countries work together."

Listening

UK–U.S. State Visit: Ceremony, Talks and Public Reaction

On September 17, 2025, President Donald Trump came to the United Kingdom for a state visit. The visit began with a ceremonial welcome and a state dinner at Windsor Castle hosted by King Charles.

The king spoke about the long friendship between the two countries and said their people have fought and died together for the values they hold dear. Many people watched the parade and some people protested in London. The visit included talks on trade, technology and security.

Guests at the dinner included leaders and business people from the United States and the United Kingdom. The two countries said they will work together on new projects and job growth.

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Quiz

1. Where did the state dinner take place?

2. Who hosted the state dinner?

3. When did President Trump come to the United Kingdom for the visit?

Reading Practice

Read the article from the Listening section aloud. Your AI teacher will give you pronunciation feedback.

Discussion

Do you enjoy large public celebrations? Why or why not?

Have you ever visited a famous building like a castle? What did you see?

What do you think is most important in a friendship between countries?