Crown Princess Victoria has taken on the role of acting head of state of Sweden as her father King Carl XVI Gustaf is abroad. As interim regent, she led a meeting in the Foreign Affairs Committee at Stockholm Royal Palace.
The committee is made up of the chairman and nine other members, elected by the Swedish Parliament. The committee meets when summoned by the government, and the chairman of…
The line of succession to the Swedish throne
13th March 2023
King Carl XVI Gustaf is marking 50 years on the Swedish throne this year, and celebrations have been taking place all year – culminating in September for His Majesty’s official Golden Jubilee celebrations.
The Swedish line of succession is governed by…
Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel have participated in a high-level gathering focused on combating antibiotic resistance at the Scandinavian XPO in Arlandastad, held in connection with Sweden’s presidency of the Council of the European Union.
According to…
Princess Estelle is all grown up in 11th birthday photo
24th February 2023
Princess Estelle of Sweden is all grown up in the new photo shared by the Swedish Royal Family for her 11th birthday.
The future Queen of Sweden was photographed this month in her family’s home at Haga Palace by Linda Broström.
Estelle, who looks strongly like her mother, Crown Princess Victoria, is wearing a dainty necklace similar to one that the Crown Princess was seen wearing…
Princess Madeleine decides against travelling to Sweden as King Carl XVI Gustaf undergoes heart surgery
21st February 2023
Last week, it was reported that Princess Madeleine was to be at her father’s side during his heart operation. However, the Swedish media now reports that the plans changed, and that the Princess never travelled to Sweden.
King Carl XVI Gustaf’s youngest child…
Princess Madeleine to be at father’s side during surgery
17th February 2023
Princess Madeleine of Sweden is set to return to Sweden from her Florida home for her father, King Carl XVI Gustaf’s heart surgery.
The King’s surgery is scheduled for Monday, 20 February.
Many have speculated whether this could mean that the Swedish…
Swedish Crown Princess Couple complete successful Australian tour
16th February 2023
Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel of Sweden have completed a successful Australian tour to promote and strengthen relations between Australia and Sweden.
Their trip down under began on 13 February in the country’s capital of Canberra.
Prime Minister Johan Forssell joined the couple on the trip Down Under, and they began their visit to the Swedish embassy to meet staff members…
Princess Estelle and Prince Daniel are jumping for joy for a good cause
3rd February 2023
Princess Estelle and Prince Daniel have been highlighting the importance of exercise by working out at home at Haga Castle in Stockholm.
Princess Estelle was joined by her father Prince Daniel feature in a new video on Generation Pep’s official Instagram, showcasing…
Why Queen Silvia isn’t happy with a portrait of Sweden’s Royal Family
27th January 2023
Queen Silvia has been photographed and portrayed in paintings many times. But now, the Queen of Sweden has revealed there’s one portrait that she doesn’t really like.
In the Swedish magazine “Antiquities and Auction” , Queen Silvia and King Carl…
Why Sweden is celebrating two anniversaries in 2023
26th January 2023
While many know of the Golden Jubilee celebrations planned for King Carl XVI Gustaf, Sweden is marking two significant anniversaries this year.
Not only is the country celebrating Carl Gustaf’s 50 years on the throne, but they are also marking 500 years of modern Sweden.
Most celebrations will centre around the reigning monarch and his achievements; however, on 6 June, festivities…