I think that from the history of the two kingdoms it would be appropriate to have one ruler overall. This ruler would be High King of Gondor and Arnor, effectively High King of all the Numenorean realms in exile, just as Fingolfin and those who followed him were previously High Kings of all the Noldorin realms in exile.
From what I understand noone was left who could claim direct descent from Anarion in a line of rulership. Faramir had to fill that place as Steward. Even when Isildur and Anárion were still alive, Elendil was considered High King of Gondor and Arnor.
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But Gwindor answered: 'The doom lies in yourself, not in your name'.
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