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King Charles highlighted the need to recognize past slavery injustices.

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The Commonwealth summit will feature discussions on reparations demanded by Caribbean nations.

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Britain’s policy currently stops short of a formal apology or financial reparations.

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Summary

Caribbean leaders plan to press for reparations, including apologies and possible financial compensation, at the summit in Antigua and Barbuda.

The British monarchy will focus on future partnerships while also confronting the shameful aspects of its past.

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New Words to Learn

7 words
slavery
the forced labor and transport of people without their freedom
reparations
actions such as apologies or money to try to fix past wrongs
Commonwealth
a group of 56 countries that were once part of the British Empire
colonialism
when one country rules over another far‑away land
shameful
something that makes people feel embarrassed or guilty
apology
a statement saying sorry for a mistake
compensation
money given to make up for a loss or injury
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