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The King and Queen have been given a ceremonial welcome as they arrived in Samoa for a three-day state visit following a colourful and at times controversial trip to Australia.

Upon arrival, Charles, who was dressed in a double-breasted grey suit, and Camilla, in a flowing pink dress, were given the red carpet treatment. The pair were all smiles as they were greeted by dignitaries who looked equally delighted to welcome them to the island nation.

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Charles shares ‘cheeky’ joke with rugby player as King lands in Samoa for climate summit
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The King and Queen have been given a ceremonial welcome as they arrived in Samoa for a three-day state visit following a colourful and at times controversial trip to Australia.

Upon arrival, Charles, who was dressed in a double-breasted grey suit, and Camilla, in a flowing pink dress, were given the red carpet treatment. The pair were all smiles as they were greeted by dignitaries who looked equally delighted to welcome them to the island nation.

The trip coincides with the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (Chogm), where the King will preside over discussions on climate change – a cause he has long championed.

Their arrival comes after the King shared a cheeky joke with a rugby player on the Australian leg of the royal tour. Charles, 75, met former professional rugby league player, Mark Geyer, at a barbecue in Sydney and remarked that he looked like could “still play”.

He proceeded to ask Mr Geyer why he had to retire. Mr Geyer replied that it was an issue with his groin. The King is reported to have quipped: “I know how you feel!”