Biden Visits Queen Elizabeth's Memorial... "A Globally Respected Figure"

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[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Seulgina Jo] On the 18th (local time), a day before the funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, U.S. President Joe Biden visited Westminster Hall in London, where the Queen's coffin was laid, to pay his respects.

According to the AP News, President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden visited Westminster Hall together with Jane Hartley, the U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom. President Biden made the sign of the cross while looking at the Queen's coffin, then placed his hand on his chest to mourn the deceased.

While signing the condolence book, President Biden wrote, "Queen Elizabeth received worldwide respect for her unwavering dedication to duty." First Lady Biden also wrote in the condolence book for ambassadors and first ladies, "The Queen lived her life for her people," adding, "We will never forget her warmth, kindness, and the conversations we shared."

Later that evening, President Biden attended an official reception hosted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Buckingham Palace.

Despite the autumn chill, AP News reported that mourners gathered in London to pay their respects lined up for over 8 km, waiting up to 17 hours. At 8 p.m., a one-minute silence was observed across the United Kingdom in honor of the Queen. Monday, the 19th, was declared a public holiday. The Queen's funeral will be broadcast live worldwide.

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