Interestingly, the Duke's father, who is the King of Canada and head of the Anglican Church, has been identified as a significant figure in reconciliation talks and has previously advocated for the recognition of the pain and suffering of indigenous peoples. However, the palace swiftly clarified that Prince Harry has no active role in the royal family, especially given his father's illness. Despite this, some have criticized Prince Harry for engaging in such discussions, arguing that as a non-working royal, it may not be appropriate for him to involve himself in such matters. They question his ability to effectively advocate for reconciliation while simultaneously embodying aspects of colonialist attitudes.
There are calls for the palace to issue a firm statement asserting that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle do not represent the Crown in any capacity and are private citizens residing outside the UK and the Commonwealth. Such a statement could prevent potential international controversies in the future. Some suggest that legal action may be necessary to stop any implied association with the British royal family, emphasizing the need for clarity on their status and role.
