“Our partnership continues to adapt to new times. We now find ourselves at the forefront of a global transformation – the search for a way of living that is at once prosperous, humane and sustainable. Here, as elsewhere, Britain and Germany stand shoulder to shoulder – guided not only by technology and science, but by conscience.”

During last night’s State Banquet at Windsor Castle, The King spoke of the deep friendship between the United Kingdom and Germany and of their continued belief in democracy, freedom and the rule of law.

Read His Majesty’s speech in full on royal.uk.