The Princess of Wales employed a subtle tactic with her handbag as she welcomed Donald and Melania Trump at Windsor Castle yesterday.

Prince William and Kate were given the responsibility to kick off the Royal charm offensive by greeting the Trumps, who arrived aboard Marine One, the designated call sign for the aircraft carrying the US president.

The princess greeted Mr Trump with a wide smile as they shook hands at Windsor Castle. The president reciprocated warmly with William, patting the future king affectionately on his right arm.

The Trumps and the Wales' walked side by side following their arrival – with William and Mr Trump engaged in conversation in the centre of the group, while the US president held his wife Melania's hand before introducing them to the King and Queen

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