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Will foreign monarchs continue receiving honorary military ranks?

Yes. The appointments are described as a standard diplomatic courtesy that grants a title and uniform without a salary.

Question

Will other foreign monarchs receive honorary British military ranks?

Short answer

Yes. The appointments are described as a standard diplomatic courtesy that grants a title and uniform without a salary.

Notes

Honorary military appointments are expected to continue as a diplomatic practice. The recipient receives the paperwork, uniform, and title associated with the rank. The comparison with serving personnel stresses that the appointment does not carry a military paycheck.