Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Return to Australia After Seven Years

Prince Harry and Meghan, Duke and Duchess of Sussex, will return to Australia in mid-April for a series of private, business, and philanthropic engagements, marking their first visit to the country in seven years. The trip comes after their last official visit in 2018 Vanity Fair.

Details of the Visit

According to a spokesperson for the couple, Prince Harry and Meghan will participate in private events and business activities during their time in Sydney and Melbourne Yahoo Entertainment. Their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, will not be joining them on this trip Vanity Fair.

Local Reaction and Funding Concerns

The upcoming visit has sparked some controversy, with Australian locals expressing concerns about potential taxpayer funding. A petition has been filed requesting that the visit be classified as a “private celebrity visit” rather than a royal one, given the couple’s decision to step down from royal duties in 2020 Yahoo Entertainment. Petitioners argue that Australian taxpayers should not be expected to cover security, logistics, or government coordination costs Yahoo Entertainment.

Previous Visit to Australia

The couple’s previous visit to Australia in 2018 was a significant moment for them as active members of the British royal family. The tour, which too included Fiji, Tonga, and New Zealand, was marked by a period of great popularity for the couple, coinciding with their wedding and the announcement of their first pregnancy Vanity Fair. However, Meghan Markle later reflected on the pressures of constant media exposure during that time Vanity Fair.

Meghan Markle’s Additional Engagement

In addition to the private and business engagements, Meghan Markle is also scheduled to join a “Girl’s Weekend” retreat for the Her Best Life podcast in Sydney during the Australia visit People.