Recently, the international public could not help but talk when Buckingham Palace officially confirmed that it would hold a solemn reception ceremony – also known as “red carpet day” – for a person who had made statements and actions considered disrespectful to former US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump during their time in the White House.

This decision immediately sparked fierce debate in both the UK and the US, when many people believed that the British Royal Family was putting itself in a difficult position, especially in the context of the UK-US relationship that has always been considered a “special alliance” and strategic in all aspects.

According to the BBC, the person receiving the “red carpet” this time is a famous European politician who has publicly criticized Mr. Trump’s foreign policy, even refusing to shake hands with the former US President at a major summit. In addition, his somewhat sarcastic statements aimed at Mrs. Melania Trump have also become a hot topic in the media.

However, Buckingham Palace insisted that this was part of its efforts to “maintain multilateral diplomacy”, stressing that the high-level reception did not mean support or endorsement of the guest’s political views. A source from the Royal Family revealed that the real reason behind this event was to promote economic, defense and energy cooperation between the UK and its EU partners after Brexit.

As soon as the news was released, the Trump support community in the US expressed anger. On forums, many criticized the British Royal Family for “abandoning” a loyal ally who had publicly supported the UK leaving the European Union. Some experts also said that this decision could further complicate the relationship between the Trump family and the British Royal Family, which has not been very warm since Mr. Trump’s visit to London in 2019.

On the other hand, a part of the British public welcomed the Royal Family’s decision, saying that this is a move showing that the UK is ready to “get out of the US’s shadow” and proactively expand relations with neighboring countries. “We cannot always rely on the US, we need to be friends with those who have disagreed with Mr. Trump, because national interests are the most important,” a member of the Labor Party said on television.

Meanwhile, the Trump family’s representative office has not made an official comment. However, many close advisers revealed that Mr. Trump feels “betrayed” and does not rule out the possibility of bringing up this issue again in upcoming election speeches.

Observers say that this “red carpet” event could become a notable highlight in the British Royal Family’s diplomatic relations, and also reflect London’s policy shift in the context of Europe reshaping its position on the international chessboard.

Whether you love or hate Mr. Trump, it cannot be denied that the name Donald Trump still has great weight in US politics as well as with Western allies. And every move related to him can easily become a “catalyst” for endless debates about diplomacy, national interests and complex intertwined relationships.

Currently, all eyes are on Buckingham Palace to wait to see how this special reception ceremony will take place, as well as the next reaction from the Trump family and related parties. Is this just a normal diplomatic move, or a move with profound political implications? Time will tell!