Belgium

A slow return to normal as King Philippe and Queen Mathilde wrap up day 1 of Greek state visit

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3rd May 2022
After many delays and postponements due to global events, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde have touched down in Athens, Greece, for a much-anticipated state visit.  For the occasion, the couple travelled with the Minister of Foreign Affairs Sophie Wilmés, the Minister of Public Enterprise and Public Function Petra De Sutter and some Minister-Presidents of Regions Elio Di Rupo (Wallonia), Rudi…
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Taking a look at The Royal Order of Leopold

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16th August 2017
The Order of Leopold is the oldest order of chivalry or knighthood in Belgium having been founded in July 1832, shortly after Belgium gained independence from the Netherlands. It takes its name from King Leopold I, who was the first King of the Belgians and instigated the…