King Charles III Describes Slave Trade as 'Shameful Chapter of History' at Commonwealth Meeting

King Charles III expressed deep regret regarding the slave trade, describing it as a 'shameful chapter of history' that 'fills my heart with horror,' during his address to Commonwealth leaders at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda.

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According to BBC UK, King Charles III stated that the slave trade constitutes a 'shameful chapter of history' that 'fills my heart with horror' while delivering a speech to leaders of the Commonwealth. These remarks were made as the UK monarch formally opened the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (Chogm) in Antigua and Barbuda. The King also remarked that while past actions cannot be altered, lessons can be drawn from history, stating, 'We cannot change the actions of those who came before us. We can, however, learn from the past.' The Chogm summit, which takes place biennially, provides a forum for leaders and representatives from the 56 Commonwealth nations to deliberate on the future of the partnership.

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