查爾斯三世國王訪問美國國會以鞏固英美關係
King Charles III visits U.S. Congress to strengthen UK ties
2026年4月28日，英國國王查爾斯三世在美國國會聯席會議上發表演說，締造了歷史。
On April 28, 2026, King Charles III made history by addressing a joint session of the United States Congress.
在王后卡蜜拉的陪同下，這也是查爾斯三世登基後的首次國是訪問，時機特別選在慶祝美國獨立250週年之際。
Accompanied by Queen Camilla, the King’s first state visit as monarch was timed to honor the 250th anniversary of American independence.
查爾斯是繼其母親伊莉莎白二世於1991年之後，第二位在美國國會發表演說的英國君主。
Only the second British monarch to address Congress—following his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in 1991—Charles aimed to emphasize the "priceless and eternal" special relationship between the UK and the U.S.
在演說中，他倡導民主價值觀與北約(NATO)聯盟的必要性，同時呼籲兩國避免變得封閉守舊。
Despite recent political friction regarding foreign policy, the King’s message was warmly received by lawmakers from both sides of the aisle.
儘管近期在外交政策上存在政治摩擦，但國王的演說仍受到兩黨議員的熱烈歡迎。
The visit also served as a moment of resolve; following a recent shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, the King condemned such violence with unwavering strength.
此次訪問也展現了堅定的決心；在白宮記者協會晚宴發生槍擊事件後，國王以不容置疑的力道譴責了這類暴力。
Beyond the Capitol, the royals participated in a spectacular military "Pass in Review" and traveled to New York and Virginia.
除了國會山莊，王室成員還參與了壯觀的軍事「閱兵儀式」，並前往紐約與維吉尼亞州。
Ultimately, the four-day journey underscored the enduring importance of transatlantic ties, using the weight of the monarchy to foster unity during a time of global uncertainty.
