Wednesday 11 May 2016

Queen says Chinese officials were 'very rude' during Xi Jinping's UK trip

The Queen speaks to Metropolitan Police Commander Lucy D'Orsi.
The Queen has been caught on camera saying Chinese officials were "very rude" during President Xi Jinping'sfirst state visit to the United Kingdom last year.
This rare moment of candor from the usually solidly diplomatic monarch was caught on camera by Buckingham Palace's own staff, as the Queen greeted a senior Metropolitan police officer.
"Oh, bad luck," she says, after hearing commander Lucy D'Orsi had been in charge of security for Xi's visit.
"I'm not sure whether you knew, but it was quite a testing time for me," D'Orsi tells the Queen.
    "Yes, I did," she responds.
    "They were very rude to the ambassador," the Queen adds, referring to Barbara Woodward, Britain's first female ambassador to China.
    The Metropolitan Police said it does not comment on private conversations of officers.
    A spokesman for Buckingham Palace said in a statement: "We do not comment on the Queen's private conversations. However the Chinese State Visit was extremely successful and all parties worked closely to ensure it proceeded smoothly."
    Asked about the Queen's comments at a regular press conference, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said "the visit launched a golden era in China-UK bilateral ties."
    He added that he had "no knowledge" of any threats to call off the visit, referenced by D'Orsi in her comments to the Queen.
    Xi was at Lancaster House to attend a presentation by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.
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    Xi was at Lancaster House to attend a presentation by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.
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    Cameron greets Xi as he arrives at 10 Downing Street on October 21.
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    Cameron greets Xi as he arrives at 10 Downing Street on October 21.
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    Xi and the Duchess of Cambridge raise their glasses at a state banquet at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, October 20.
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    Xi and the Duchess of Cambridge raise their glasses at a state banquet at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, October 20.
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    The Chinese leader and first lady join Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip at a state banquet on October 20.
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    The Chinese leader and first lady join Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip at a state banquet on October 20.
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    Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth II, Xi and Peng view a display of Chinese items from the Royal Collection at Buckingham Palace.
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    Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth II, Xi and Peng view a display of Chinese items from the Royal Collection at Buckingham Palace.
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    Xi addresses lawmakers and peers in Parliament's Royal Gallery on October 20.
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    Xi addresses lawmakers and peers in Parliament's Royal Gallery on October 20.
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    Xi walks with Prince Philip to inspect a guard of honor in London on October 20.
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    Xi walks with Prince Philip to inspect a guard of honor in London on October 20.
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    Xi shakes hands with Queen Elizabeth II during his welcome ceremony in London.
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    Xi shakes hands with Queen Elizabeth II during his welcome ceremony in London.
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    The Queen and Peng watch Xi inspect the guard of honor.
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    The Queen and Peng watch Xi inspect the guard of honor.
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    Household Cavalry stand at attention ahead of the welcome ceremony.
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    Household Cavalry stand at attention ahead of the welcome ceremony.
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    Pro-Tibet protesters hold placards and chant slogans as they demonstrate on Parliament Square in London on October 20.
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    Pro-Tibet protesters hold placards and chant slogans as they demonstrate on Parliament Square in London on October 20.
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    Prince Charles talks with Xi at a London hotel on October 20.
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    Prince Charles talks with Xi at a London hotel on October 20.
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    China supporters pose for a picture in London on October 20.
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    China supporters pose for a picture in London on October 20.
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    British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond sits with Xi at Heathrow Airport after Xi's arrival on Monday, October 19.
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    British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond sits with Xi at Heathrow Airport after Xi's arrival on Monday, October 19.
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    Hammond greets Peng after she arrived with her husband at Heathrow Airport.
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    Hammond greets Peng after she arrived with her husband at Heathrow Airport.
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    Xi and Peng arrive at the airport.
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    Xi and Peng arrive at the airport.
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    Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses an audience of dignitaries, including British Prime Minister David Cameron, at the Manchester airport in Manchester, England, on Friday, October 23. It was the end of a four-day state visit for Xi, who traveled to the United Kingdom with his wife, Peng Liyuan.

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