Prince William's Confidence and Secret Weapon Explored As Royal Watchers Saw Shift In Recent Royal Outing
As part of his royal duties, Prince William recently visited Dubai. It is also his first official trip overseas since the pandemic travel restrictions were imposed.
Several photos of the Duke of Cambridge were posted to his and Kate Middleton's official Twitter accounts yesterday. They revealed what he's been up to since his visit to the UAE, which coincided with the UK National Day at Expo Dubai.
The Jubail Mangroves, a natural park and a shelter for avian and marine species endemic to Abu Dhabi, were the first item on Prince William's itinerary.
The park is Abu Dhabi's first self-contained educational, leisure, and natural attraction.
Kensington Palace released photos of the father-of-three on his solo vacation, prompting royal watchers to express concern that he isn't as ease and comfortable as he typically is.
Prince William's jaw may have given it away, according to one observer.
Many others speculated that it was because his wife, Kate Middleton, was not present. If both Cambridges are seen as the monarchy's secret weapon, it's possible that the Duke considers his wife to be his secret weapon as well.
The Mangrove Initiative will focus on sustainability and preserving the natural environment, providing vital research for supporting biodiversity - including the development of more resilient varieties of the mangrove, which will in turn help protect the Abu Dhabi coastline. pic.twitter.com/yhovXhQ0Xk
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) February 10, 2022
Royal Secret Weapon
Following a rising danger to the Crown from movements in Queen Elizabeth II's kingdoms, Prince William and Kate Middleton were dubbed the British royal family's "hidden weapon" last year.
According to royal historian Dr. Ed Owens, they are likely to anchor the monarchy in New Zealand and Australia once Her Majesty's reign ends.
Over the last several years, the Australian republican movement has apparently been increasingly outspoken and active.
He believes their activities are tied to Queen Elizabeth II's near-end of reign, according to Express.
Furthermore, Prince Charles' accession to the throne may strengthen already strong republican groups, notably in Australia, sparking calls for a democratically chosen head of state.
According to an honorary research associate at Royal Holloway University, they can ward off the republican danger and revive affection for the monarchy throughout all of its kingdoms with Prince William and Kate Middleton.
"I believe there is still a tremendous deal of sympathy for the British royals in Australia," Dr. Ed Owens said, "and we have already seen recent travels by the Cambridges to Australia and New Zealand, which is in anticipation of these types of challenges."
"They're attempting to establish an emotional allegiance to the British monarchy and the role it continues to play in Australia and New Zealand," he continued.
