{"id":45374,"date":"2023-06-23T16:55:35","date_gmt":"2023-06-23T16:55:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/photos-british-high-commission-celebrates-kings-birthday"},"modified":"2023-06-23T17:18:43","modified_gmt":"2023-06-23T17:18:43","slug":"photos-british-high-commission-celebrates-kings-birthday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/policy\/photos-british-high-commission-celebrates-kings-birthday","title":{"rendered":"PHOTOS: British High Commission celebrates King\u2019s birthday"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>On Thursday evening, the British High Commissioner to Rwanda, Omar Daair, held a celebration at his residence in Kacyiru, Kigali in honour of King Charles III\u2019s birthday, the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n

The event boasted a vibrant atmosphere featuring lively music, inspiring decor, and flags of England. Guests indulged in a selection of delicious food and beverages, including the finest English liquors and wines.<\/p>\n

As the United Kingdom marks King Charles III\u2019s birthday each June, this National Day is celebrated with a grand military parade, known as Trooping the Colour, taking advantage of the favourable weather that typically occurs at that time of year. The King\u2019s actual birthdate, however, is November 14.<\/p>\n

The practice of celebrating the monarch\u2019s birthday in June dates back to 1748 when King George II combined the annual military march with his birthday celebration.<\/p>\n

British High Commissioner to Rwanda, Omar Daair, speaks at the ceremony in honour of King Charles III\u2019s birthday, the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n

Trooping the Colour has been a cherished tradition for over 260 years and forms the centrepiece of the King\u2019s birthday celebration. The parade involves more than 1,400 soldiers, along with a magnificent display of musicians and horses.<\/p>\n

King Charles III travels up The Mall, either on horseback or in a horse-drawn carriage, culminating in a public appearance on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, accompanied by members of the Royal Family. The event is further elevated by a fly-past from the Royal Air Force and a 41-gun salute in Green Park.<\/p>\n

The official birthday of the King is the chosen day in most Commonwealth realms on which the monarch\u2019s birthday is officially celebrated in those countries, which does not necessarily match the date of the monarch’s actual birth.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the celebration in Rwanda, Daair expressed his appreciation for the strong collaborations between Rwanda and the United Kingdom. He highlighted recent milestones such as Rwanda trading under the UK\u2019s low tariff scheme and the expansion of the UK-Rwanda migration deal.<\/p>\n

The High Commissioner also mentioned the memorable visit of Rwanda\u2019s President and First Lady to the UK during the King\u2019s coronation, further strengthening the bonds between the two nations.<\/p>\n

Minister of State for East African Community Affairs in the Rwandan Cabinet, Manasseh Nshuti, raised a toast to King Charles III and the enduring friendship between Rwanda and the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n

Minister of State for East African Community Affairs Manasseh Nshuti delivers remarks at the event<\/p>\n

In his remarks, he emphasised the importance of shared values and collaborative efforts that have solidified the bilateral relationship between the two countries, which stretches back to the early 1900s, emphasising how important it has been in shaping Rwanda\u2019s current development trajectory.<\/p>\n

He also highlighted the mutual benefits derived from trade agreements and expressed optimism for future endeavours between the two nations.<\/p>\n

The current form of the King\u2019s official birthday celebration was instituted by the British authorities this year. As per the new tradition, King Charles III\u2019s birthday will be celebrated each year on the third Saturday of June. This change follows the passing of his predecessor, Queen Elizabeth II, whose birthday was celebrated on the second Saturday of June.<\/p>\n

The practice of celebrating the monarch\u2019s birthday in June dates back to 1748 when King George II combined the annual military march with his birthday celebration.<\/p>\n

The British High Commissioner to Rwanda, Omar Daair, welcomes the Pope’s Envoy in Rwanda, Arnaldo Sanchez at the event<\/p>\n

The ceremony was attended by different people including some diplomats at the residence of the British High Commissioner in Kacyiru<\/p>\n

The practice of celebrating the monarch\u2019s birthday in June dates back to 1748 when King George II combined the annual military march with his birthday celebration.<\/p>\n

Delegates follow the British High Commissionner’s speech as the Embassy celebrates King\u2019s birthday<\/p>\n

Delegates interact at the celebration of King Charles III\u2019s birthday in Kigali<\/p>\n

Some delegates pose for a photo at the ceremony in Kigali<\/p>\n

The event boasted a vibrant atmosphere featuring lively music, inspiring decor, and flags of England.<\/p>\n

Minister of State for East African Community Affairs, Manasseh Nshuti and British High Commissioner to Rwanda, Omar Daair interact with other delegate at the ceremony<\/p>\n

The event boasted a vibrant atmosphere featuring lively music, inspiring decor, and flags of England.<\/p>\n

Minister Nshuti interacts with the British High Commissioner at the event<\/p>\n

The event boasted a vibrant atmosphere featuring lively music, inspiring decor, and flags of England.<\/p>\n

The practice of celebrating the monarch\u2019s birthday in June dates back to 1748 when King George II combined the annual military march with his birthday celebration.<\/p>\n\r\n