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Don’t make republican debate about Charles, say Aussies who know him

Hans van Leeuwen
Hans van LeeuwenEurope correspondent

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London | Australians are in danger of underestimating King Charles III’s value to their country as a head of state, according to senior business and political figures in London who have worked with him.

They say the renewed republican debate that has started with the King’s accession overlooks his knowledge of, and passionate affection for, Australia.

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Hans van Leeuwen covers British and European politics, economics and business from London. He has worked as a reporter, editor and policy adviser in Sydney, Canberra, Hanoi and London. Connect with Hans on Twitter. Email Hans at hans.vanleeuwen@afr.com

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