The Netherlands

This one move showed how Queen Maxima is redefining modern queenship

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6th February 2026
Queen Maxima of the Netherlands has taken everyone by surprise with her latest move and she’s shown a very modern approach to queenship. The Dutch queen shared this week that she has joined the Dutch military.  Earlier this week, the Dutch Royal Family shared images on Instagram of Queen Maxima undergoing training to become a reservist in the Royal Netherlands Army. The photos shared…
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King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima pay State Visit to Suriname

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30th November 2025
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will arrive in the South American country of Suriname on Monday for a three-day State Visit, and here’s everything you need to know. This state visit is billed as one that will highlight the cooperation between Suriname and the Netherlands and the close ties that still exist between both countries, and one that will “focus on our collaboration…
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Queen Maxima braves a hard hat as she gets behind the wheel of a digger in Amsterdam

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3rd September 2025
Although Queen Maxima of the Netherlands is known for bold and bright wardrobe, she also has shown that she isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty and wear a hard-hat or two. As summer ended and a new round of royal engagements began, Queen Maxima visited several ongoing infrastructure projects around Amsterdam. The Dutch infrastructure sector has set a goal of being both climate-neutral…
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Dutch royals face continuing criticism over holiday home in Greece

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8th August 2025
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands are once again facing criticism for their summer vacation plans. The Dutch media have brought up their concerns about royal vacations.  Each summer, the Dutch king and queen, and their three daughters, Princess Catharina Amalia, Princess Alexia, and Princess Ariane, spend roughly two months in Greece for their…
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