British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron are focusing on stopping migrant crossings in the English Channel

Kate Middleton and Prince William helped start the France state visit to the U.K. by welcoming President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, before meeting up with King Charles and Queen Camilla.

Sir Keir Starmer is set to face tough questions in the Commons shortly as his key migrant deal with France still hangs in the balance. The prime minister is expected to face PMQs on the second day of Emmanuel Macron ’s state visit to the UK.

LONDON (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday urged Britain to stick close to its neighbors despite its exit from the European Union, saying France and the U.K. will “save Europe” by standing for democracy, law and international order in a dangerous world.

King Charles III highlighted the crucial bonds between the United Kingdom and France in the face of a “multitude of more complex threats,” as he welcomed President Emmanuel Macron for the first state visit by a European leader to his country since Brexit.

In honor of the France state visit to the U.K., Kate Middleton, Prince William, King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed their guests in regal fashion. See the best photos.

The King has spoken of the deepening co-operation between the UK and France that will protect against “profound challenges” such as terrorism, organised crime and “irregular migration” across the English Channel.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla gave French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, a warm welcome at Windsor Castle.