Prince William Addresses ‘Future’ Of The Commonwealth In New Statement Issued Upon End Of Caribbean Tour

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Prince William released a landmark statement reflecting on the future governance of the Caribbean nations as he and Kate Middleton’s tour of the Caribbean came to an end on Saturday. “I know that this tour has brought into even sharper focus questions about the past and the future.

In Belize, Jamaica and The Bahamas, that future is for the people to decide upon,” William said. READ MORE: Prince William Expresses ‘Profound Sorrow’ For Britain’s Role In ‘Abhorrent’ Slave Trade In Speech During Caribbean Royal Visit The Duke of Cambridge reiterated his hope that the 54-nation Commonwealth will continue to “create a better future” for its people. “Foreign tours are an opportunity to reflect.

You learn so much. What is on the minds of Prime Ministers. The hopes and ambitions of school children. The day-to-day challenges faced by families and communities,” William’s statement began. “We have thoroughly enjoyed spending time with communities in all three countries, understanding more about the issues that matter most to them,” he continued. READ MORE: Prince William & Duchess Kate Meet The Jamaican Bobsleigh Team During Royal Visit “Catherine and I are committed to service.

For us that’s not telling people what to do. It is about serving and supporting them in whatever way they think best, by using the platform we are lucky to have,” William added. “It is why tours such as this reaffirm our desire to serve the people of the Commonwealth and to listen to communities around the world.