Prince William reassures Angela Merkel that Brexit won’t affect ‘depth’ of friendship with Germany
He made the pledge at a gala in Dusseldorf
PRINCE William claims Brexit will not affect the “depth” of Britain’s friendship with Germany.
He turned on the royal charm for Chancellor Angela Merkel yesterday at a gala in Dusseldorf.
Wills insisted there was “genuine friendship” between the two nations.
"What began 70 years ago as a relationship of necessity between an occupying power and a region in ruin, is today a partnership of genuine friendship and of massive mutual benefit.
"This partnership will continue despite Britain's recent decision to leave the European Union."
He went on: “The depth of our friendship will not change.
“We will continue together to lead efforts to promote prosperity, security and stability in the world.”
The Duke of Cambridge was helping to mark the 70th anniversary of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, created by the British military government after the Second World War.
It was the first time Prince William had met the German Chancellor. They shook hands on a red carpet, with a band playing Frozen's Let It Go in the background.
He also met the region's Minister-President Hannelore Kraft.
He earlier met Brit troops stationed in Dusseldorf, saying he “wished” he had served in Germany.