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King Charles delivers Throne Speech from Ottawa
King Charles alluded to words from Canada’s national anthem — strong and free — sending a message to U.S. President Donald Trump.
His Majesty said Canada is ready to lead in this new, fast-evolving world. He also emphasised that democracy must be protected.
The King delivered the throne speech from Ottawa, alongside Canadian Prime Minister and former Governor of the Bank of England, Mark Carney, and other notable Canadian members of Parliament.
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Cayman Compass
UK delivers $1M to support anti-crime, marine radar
A $1 million pledge by the UK government to improve Cayman’s radar surveillance and combat trafficking has been received along with associated funding, the Governor’s Office confirmed.
The marine domain awareness radar system will assist Cayman’s efforts to detect smuggling operations, like low-profile canoes and other vessels that may be trafficking guns and drugs through the region.
Louise Fox, policy advisor to the governor, said, “Due to the sensitive nature of the equipment and its use, no further information can be shared. However, we will advise when the system becomes fully operational.”
In April last year, Cayman Compass reported the UK government had pledged $1 million for radar surveillance around the Cayman Islands as part of a package of measures to disrupt drug and gun trafficking.
