The Netherlands

King Willem-Alexander celebrates diplomats working in "a turbulent world"

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands have hosted a Gala Dinner for the Diplomatic Corps with powerful words on the importance of peace. The Dutch Royal Family hosts an annual dinner for the hundred plus diplomats who are stationed in the country. However, this year there was an added focus with the royals saying “In a turbulent world with increasing tensions, the…
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The Netherlands

Dutch royals won't attend funeral of Pope Francis but King Willem-Alexander postpones national event as mark of respect

The King of the Netherlands has put a major national celebration on hold, briefly, as a mark of respect for Pope Francis. Willem-Alexander is set to celebrate King’s Day on April 26, the day that the Pope is buried in Rome. It’s a national holiday in the Netherlands and every year, the royals travel to a different town or city to enjoy the celebrations there. This year, they…
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Queen Maxima stuns sapphires at sparkling State Banquet

Queen Maxima reached for one of the most stunning set of jewels in the Dutch royal vaults as she attended a glittering gala dinner in Kenya. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands are currently in Kenya for a State Visit following an invitation from the country’s President, William Ruto. On the first day of the four day visit, President Ruto hosted the couple for a…
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King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima begin State Visit to Cyprus

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands have begun their State Visit to Cyprus. The royal couple fly to Cyprus the evening before, with Willem-Alexander co-piloting the flight as he often does as a commercial pilot.  The Dutch king and queen were officially welcomed on March 4 to the Presidential Palace by President Nikos Christodoulides, as well as his wife Philippa…
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