Meghan MarkleandPrince Harryhave received a warm welcome to Tonga — but not before the mom-to-be made her third outfit change of the day!
After the royal couple, who areexpecting their first childin the spring, landed at Fua’amotu Airport on Thursday (local time), they headed to the Consular House in Nuku’alofa for a private audience with King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u.
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Meghan’s dress was simple yet striking much like herClare Waight Keller for Givenchygown that she wore not too long ago for her wedding toPrince Harryon May 19.
Meghan and Harry have a busy itinerary while in Tonga. They’ll enjoy a number of activities including attending a cultural exhibit, travel to a school with an onsite forest, meet with local traders and visit Tupou College.
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Earlier in the day, Meghan and Harry got theroyal treatment after landingin Tonga.
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As the pair walked hand-in-hand from their plane over the decorated lawn, they were greeted with a giant red banner displayed along the tarmac reading “Welcome Harry & Megan,” as well as with a musical performance from locals in traditional garb.
During their arrival, Tongan children — also wearing red — lined the streets and waved flags in hopes to catch a glimpse of the royal couple. Many locals also decorated their homes with signs, balloons, and flags welcoming the pair to their country.
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Prior to their time in Tonga, the royal couple made a stop in Fiji.
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While there, they attended an official welcome ceremony at the Nadi Airport andunveiled a new statue commemoratingSergeant Talaiasi Labalaba, a British-Fijian soldier who lost his life in the 1972 Battle of Mirbat.
source: people.com
