Over the weekend, King Felipe and Queen Letizia travelled to La Palma, in the Canary Islands, to honour those who helped in the rescue and rebuild following the eruption of the Cumbre Vieja volcano last summer.
Their Majesties arrived on the island in the morning of Saturday, 12th March, and were welcomed by many state and local authorities, including the Prime Minister and the President of the…
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima visit military barracks converted in refugee camp for Ukrainians
13th March 2022
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima visited a military barrack currently housing Ukrainian refugees and got a chance to speak with many of them.
On Thursday, 10 March, Their Majesties travelled to the small village of Harskamp, in the municipality of Ede, roughly 80…
Imperial Family of Japan holds minute of silence in memory of 2011 earthquake victims
13th March 2022
The Imperial Family of Japan has joined the nation in observing a minute of silence to commemorate the 11th anniversary of the 2011 earthquake.
Both the imperial couple Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako, as well as their daughter Princess Aiko, and the Emeritus…
Princess Stéphanie of Monaco pleads for Ukrainians with HIV/AIDS as access to life saving drugs is impacted by conflict
13th March 2022
Princess Stéphanie of Monaco offered her support to Ukraine and launched a programme to help a special category of refugees during an event marking International Women’s Day.
Her Serene Highness is President of Fight AIDS Monaco, an organisation focussed on the fight against HIV/AIDS, and was taking part in an event on 8 March, during which she made her position clear.
There was an…
In May of 2021, Princess Charlène of Monaco embarked on a trip to her native South Africa, to carry out work on conservation with her Foundation.
Little did she know, but that trip would be the last she was able to undertake in a very long time.
On the day she was…
King Felipe heads Spanish delegation for new Chilean President
11th March 2022
King Felipe of Spain made the long journey to Chile to be present for the inauguration of the country’s new President, Gabriel Boric.
His Majesty left Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas International Airport accompanied by a delegation of Spanish authorities that include…
Hereditary Princess Sophie of Liechtenstein praises her country for contributions to Ukraine relief funds
11th March 2022
Hereditary Princess Sophie of Liechtenstein granted Radio Liechtenstein an interview in which she talked about the country’s response to the Ukrainian crisis.
In her role as President of the Liechtenstein Red Cross, Her Royal Highness spoke to the country’s national radio on International Women’s Day, praising her people for the amazing show of support and solidarity they have…
How royals use soft diplomacy to voice their support for Ukraine
10th March 2022
Diplomats refer to it as “soft diplomacy” – the art of saying things without actually uttering a single word. Another definition is of it is “saying without saying”.
On the 24th of February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. Media around the world have…
Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel paid a visit to the Stockholm School of Economics, one of Europe’s leading business teaching institutions with a focus on community.
Their Royal Highnesses were welcomed by Rector Lars Strannegård on Wednesday, 9th March…
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde release powerful statement after visit to shelter for Ukrainian refugees
10th March 2022
King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of the Belgians visited an emergency shelter for Ukrainian refugees managed by FEDASIL, the Belgian Federal Agency for the reception of asylum seekers.
Their Majesties arrived in the structure on Wednesday, 9th March 2022, after making the short journey from Brussels to Sint-Jans-Molenbeek, a small municipality on the outskirts of the Belgian…
