Prince William has spoken of his excitement at visiting Brazil for the first time after having "a number of conversations" about his trip with the King . As he prepares to attend his fifth annual Earthshot Prize ceremony in Rio de Janeiro and make a keynote speech at Cop30 on behalf of the monarch and the UK Government, a source confirmed that he has discussed what he will say with his father. "The King takes a keen interest in the Earthshot Prize and what the Prince is building," said the source.

"The King has read the Prince's speech…they have been talking about it, and given that it's such a shared topic that they feel extremely passionate about, I'm sure there have been many conversations over recent months…" As he left the UK, Prince William said: "As I depart for Rio de Jane

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