Meghan Markle and Prince Harry may be away from the UK, but that has not kept the couple from joining the royal family in marking the country’s Remembrance Day.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex made their first joint appearance in months via a special video message that was played at the United Nations Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children in Bogota. Seen on the lapels of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s blazers was a red poppy pin, which is famously worn in the UK to mark Remembrance Day in honor of military personnel and their sacrifice. Observed on November 11, this year’s Remembrance Day held special significance for the royal family as it saw Kate Middleton‘s official return to royal duties following the completion of her chemotherapy.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wore poppy pins on their lapels
In their video message, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle emphasized the importance for online safety for children through their Archewell Foundation’s new program. “While the online world can help develop strategies to protect children from violence, it also introduces new risks, such as from individuals who exploit gaps in our outdated legal systems, which often don’t account for today’s digital realities,” said the Duke of Sussex. “We know that supporting parents is essential in reducing digital violence against children, that’s why earlier this year we launched the Parents’ Network.” The Duchess of Sussex added, “My husband and I recognize that today’s reality is marked by greater connectivity and advanced technology, which, of course, has many positives. However, it also compels us to better understand how digital violence against children is manifesting itself in this age.”
The couple was last seen during their visit to Colombia in August, upon invitation from the country’s vice president, Francia Márquez.
