World leaders have felicitated Queen Elizabeth 11, the longest serving British monarch, for marking 70 years’ reign on the throne.
The Queen, who became the first British Monarch to celebrate Platinum Jubilee, clocked 70 years of service to the people of the United Kingdom, the Realms and the Commonwealth on February 6, 2022.
Pope Francis sent telegram to Queen Elizabeth II for Platinum Jubilee: “I send cordial greetings and good wishes, together with the renewed assurance of my prayers that almighty god will bestow upon you … blessings of unity, prosperity and peace.”
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Also, French President, Emmanuel Macron has paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth 11 on her Platinum Jubilee.
Mr Macron told the 96-year-old sovereign of the “deep affection and admiration” that the French people hold for her.
In a video message to mark the jubilee celebrations, he said that while times may have changed, the queen’s devotion to the alliance between Britain and France has not faltered.
Mr Macron said: “Madame, during the past 70 years, the president of the French Republic has relied on very few constants at the international level.
“Times have changed, Europe has evolved, our continent is again experiencing war.
“Through these transformations, your devotion to our alliance and to our friendship has remained, and has helped build the trust that brought freedom and prosperity to our continent.”
The French president described the queen as the “golden thread that binds our two countries” and “the proof of the unwavering friendship between our nations.”
He added: “This year, the 70th of your reign, we celebrate your achievements. We are grateful for your courage and we share the respect and love that British people and Commonwealth have always shown you.”
From across the Atlantic, Mr Biden and first lady Jill Biden both offered their congratulations to the queen.
“Vivat Regina Elizabetha! God Save The Queen!”
Pope Francis sent “cordial greetings and good wishes” in a telegram to the sovereign.
He said: “On this joyful occasion of your Majesty’s birthday, and as you celebrate this Platinum Jubilee year, I send cordial greetings and good wishes, together with the renewed assurance of my prayers that Almighty God will bestow upon you, the members of the Royal Family and all the people of the nation blessings of unity, prosperity and peace.”
To celebrate the unprecedented anniversary, events and initiatives in a four-day UK Bank holiday weekend commenced from Thursday, June 2-5, 2022.
