The Princess of Wales, recently in recovery from cancer treatment, is set to play a prominent role in welcoming the Emir of Qatar during his state visit to the United Kingdom. The event highlights Qatar’s vast investments in Britain, underscoring diplomatic ties despite ongoing human rights controversies.

This marks one of few public appearances by the Princess, reflecting the importance of the relationship with Qatar, a nation renowned for its natural gas reserves. The visit includes meetings with key British figures and aims to strengthen bilateral ties amid global geopolitical challenges.

However, the visit has elicited criticism from human rights advocates, who argue that Qatar’s record regarding women’s rights and the treatment of migrant workers remains problematic. The state visit coincides with a challenging period for the British royal family, with personal health struggles marking recent months.

(With inputs from agencies.)