New Delhi, April 20 -- Prince Harry and Meghan wrapped up a four-day visit to Australia last Friday. But, the trip has drawn widespread criticism, especially from the British press. Many of them wonder whether Harry and Meghan used the country primarily as a commercial opportunity rather than for any genuine charitable purpose.

Australian researchers and commentators who spoke to The Guardian described the visit as a "faux royal tour". They believe, unlike their celebrated 2018 trip as a newly-married couple, this visit generated ambivalence rather than affection. It has also raised uncomfortable questions about the couple's motives.

The contrast with their first Australian visit eight years ago was difficult to ignore. In 2018, the cou...