Anthony Albanese lays floral tribute to Queen Elizabeth II before meeting with King Charles

Australian prime minister says his visit is about commemorating a life well-lived'

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The Australian prime minister, Anthony Albanese, and his partner, Jodie Haydon, have laid a floral tribute to Queen Elizabeth II soon after touching down in London.

Albanese, who laid the small bouquet of white flowers at Green Park in Westminster, said his visit was about commemorating a life well-lived".

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