King Charles Expresses Sorrow Over Transatlantic Slave Trade
King Charles said the history of the transatlantic trade in enslaved people filled him with “horror” and “profound personal sorrow” at a Commonwealth summit in Antigua and Barbuda.
King Charles spoke at a Commonwealth summit. It was in Antigua and Barbuda.
He said the slave trade filled him with “horror” and “profound personal sorrow”.
He did not say sorry. He did not support reparations.
He wants action for past wrongs. He wants new partnerships.
He praised the Royal Navy. It helped end the slave trade.
He said history can teach people. Injustice can end.
He spoke about education and jobs. He also spoke about trade and climate safety.
These things can help poor people.
Caribbean leaders and campaigners still want an apology. They also want reparations.
Gaston Browne is Antigua and Barbuda’s prime minister. He wants respectful talks about reparations.
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