Barbados, an island country in the Southern Caribbean region, adjacent to South America, has been preparing for the most important action in its history since last week. The country, which elected its first president in October 2021, thus ceased to be a Commonwealth of Nations region and began to transform into a republican government.
Barbados, today Queen of England II. He formally proclaimed a republic, ending the reign of Elizabeth. Thus, Barbarossa broke all ties with England after nearly 400 years. The country was governed by the constitutional monarchy adopted by the Commonwealth countries until today.
Rihanna declared a national hero
Many people attended the ceremony held in Bridgetown, the capital of Barbados. World-famous singer Rihanna, who was born in Barbados, also attended the ceremony. Prime Minister Mia Mottley presented the award to Rihanna, announcing her decision to declare Rihanna a national hero during the ceremony. Among the other famous names who took part in the ceremony was Prince Charles, heir to the British throne.
Noting that Queen Elizabeth sent her best wishes, Prince Charles said: “The horrific atrocities of slavery are the darkest days of our past history. The establishment of the republic offers a new beginning. ” he said. Barbados’ first elected president was Dame Sandra Mason, 73. Barbados declared its full independence in 1996.
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