We’ll still be your friends, William tells the Germans
PRINCE William vowed last night that close political and economic ties with Germany will not change despite the UK’s vote to leave the European Union.
The Duke of Cambridge, who was in Dusseldorf to celebrate the 70th anniversary of British military authorities creating the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, insisted that trade ties between the two nations will continue to flourish.
In a speech during a gala he attended alongside Chancellor Angela Merkel, the future King said: “This partnership will continue despite Britain’s recent decision to leave the European Union.
“The depth of our friendship will not change. Bilaterally and internationally we will continue together to lead efforts to promote prosperity, security and stability.”
As he met British troops from 20th Armoured Brigade based at Westfalen Garrison, William, 34, also revealed that he wished he had served in the Forces in Germany.