‘Give us a ring’, King Charles gifts historic submarine bell to Trump at State Dinner

2 min read Apr 29, 2026 12:32 PM IST President Donald Trump greets Britain's King Charles III at the South Portico of the White House for a State Dinner Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in Washington. (AP) King Charles, who was in the United States for a four-day state visit, presented US President Donald Trump with a historic bell from a former British Navy submarine that served during the Battle of the Pacific in World War II. The bell from the Royal submarine named HMS Trump was launched from a UK shipyard in the year 1994 and played a significant role in the Pacific War, said Charles, calling it a symbol of shared history and future ties. “I am delighted to present to you, as a personal gift, the original bell which hung on the conning tower of your valiant namesake. May it stand as a testament to our nation’s shared history and shining future,” the monarch said. “Should you ever need to get hold of us, just give us a ring,” he remarked. King Charles reaffirms ‘special relationship’ between UK-US King Charles, while speaking during a joint session of Congress at the US Capitol on Tuesday (Apr 28), highlighted that “whatever our differences, whatever disagreements we may have, we stand united in our commitment to uphold democracy, to protect all our people from harm and to salute the courage of those who daily risk their lives in the service of our countries.” Emphasising the shared sacrifices made by both nations, the British monarch underscored the historical depth of the alliance. Story continues below this ad “Our people have fought and fallen together in defence of the values we cherish across the ocean and from coast to coast. We have traded, innovated and created together. We’ve stood together through the best and worst of times,” the king said. He highlighted that NATO and AUKUS partnerships strengthened military and technological collaboration for both countries to address global challenges. “Today, our partnerships in NATO and AUKUS deepen our technological and military cooperation and ensure that together we can meet the challenges of an increasingly complex and contested world,” he said. The Express Global Desk at The Indian Express delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read More Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram © IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd Tags: donald trump King Charles III