The United Kingdom is gearing up for U.S. President Donald Trump’s second state visit, an event marked with traditional royal pageantry including horse-drawn carriages and ceremonies at Windsor Castle. This follow-up visit comes amidst tense political dynamics between the two countries but aims to strengthen bilateral ties focused on trade and technology cooperation.

King Charles III will host the visit and has tasked royal households with preparing an extravagant welcome. The visit highlights the ongoing importance of diplomacy between London and Washington, despite controversial policies and political differences.

The visit also sparks large-scale security measures and public demonstrations both supporting and criticizing the president’s presence in the UK.