May 26 (UPI) -- Britain's King Charles III on Monday made his first trip to Canada as head of state amid strained relations between the United States and its northern neighbor.

Charles, 76, is visiting the Canadian capital, Ottawa, for two days with his wife, Queen Camilla, including an address to Parliament.

A ceremonial welcome took place at Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in Ottawa on Monday afternoon with Prime Minister Mark Carney leading dignitaries. They were greeted by the Royal Canadian Dragoons and they shook hands with students.

It was his first visit to Canada since he became king on Sept. 22, 2022, upon the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. A trip last year was canceled because of his cancer diagnosis.

Later today, Their Majesties will arrive in Ottaw

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