January
Our coverage of the Dutch Royal Family began with a look back at the wedding of Princess Margriet and Pieter van Vollenhoven, continued with the news that King Willem-Alexander would accept the Prime Minister’s resignation, and also included the report that Countess Eloise (daughter of Prince Constantijn and Princess Laurentien) was writing a book.
King Willem-Alexander and Queen…
Dutch Prime Minister weighs in on monarch's role in government formation
27th December 2021
Outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has weighed in once again on his ideas about the role a monarch should play in forming a new government.
During his Christmas interview to newspaper De Telegraaf, Mr Rutte was asked about the current transition between this…
Anti-apartheid and human rights activist Desmond Tutu has died of cancer at the age of 90, it was announced earlier today. He was the Bishop of Johannesburg from 1985 to 1986 and then the Archbishop of Cape Town from 1986 to 1996.
The Dutch King and Queen and Princess…
King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands speaks of courage and perseverance in his Christmas Broadcast
25th December 2021
King Willem-Alexander’s speech in full:
In October I received this first copy of the latest Bible translation. The old sources have been converted into the language of our time on the basis of the latest insights. Also the Christmas story.
A defenceless child as a sign of hope. The story of the birth of Jesus continues to appeal to the imagination. It has been told in all times and in…
Princess Catharina-Amalia of the Netherlands received many birthday cards for her 18th birthday earlier this month.
The Princess of Orange shared a photo of her and several of her birthday cards on Instagram to express her gratitude for the good wishes.
On Instagram…
It’s a tale of two parties. As Christmas approaches, quite a few minds are turning to celebrations but in these strange and challenging times in which we all live, every movement has meaning as two royal families have discovered with differing consequences this week.
On…
Dutch Royal Family reunited as Princess Alexia returns home from Wales for the holidays
12th December 2021
Christmas is right around the corner, and foreign exchange students are making their way back home for the holidays.
At UWC Atlantic, the term ended on Friday, 10 December, and on Saturday, the Dutch Royal Household’s accounts were graced by a picture of the reunion of the family.
With the caption: “The holidays are approaching: it’s time to get back home together,” the…
Princess Beatrix has recovered from coronavirus, according to the Dutch Royal House.
In a press release, they stated that the 83-year-old former queen is out of isolation and is considered recovered.
“Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands is…
King Willem Alexander gives an update on Princess Beatrix's health
9th December 2021
Earlier in December, Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands was diagnosed with Covid-19. King Willem-Alexander has now given an update on his mother’s health. Despite her coronavirus infection, Princess Beatrix is doing well.
King Willem Alexander said…
The Princess of Orange, Princess Catharina-Amalia, has been introduced in the Council of State. As she is now 18 years old, the Dutch Constitution gives the heir to the throne an automatic place in the Council. Her father, who is the president of the Council of State, led her introduction. Her mother, Queen Máxima, was also present.
King Willem-Alexander and Princess Catharina-Amalia arrived…
