European RoyalsInternational royals

A look back at European and international royal 2018 events – part four

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30th December 2018
Our four-part series taking a look back at the year the European and international royals had concludes today with October through December. October Queen Letizia of Spain attended the final of the Women’s Basketball World Cup. Sue Bird lifts the trophy after the United States won the tournament for the ninth time. © Casa de S.M. el Rey Prince Nikolaos and Princess Tatiana of Greece and…
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European RoyalsInternational royals

A look back at European and international royal 2018 events - part one

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27th December 2018
As 2018 comes to a close, we are taking a look back at events in which the European and international royal families took part. In part one, we look at January, February, and March. January: The Danish royals attended their annual New Year receptions in Copenhagen. Embed from Getty Images Tens of thousands turned out to see Japan’s Emperor Akihito for the New Year. Embed from Getty…
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Sweden

“I hope these days give you the opportunity to reflect,” King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden in Christmas Day address

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25th December 2018
“I hope these days give you the opportunity to reflect,” said King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden in his annual Christmas Day address to the Swedish people. His Majesty began his remarks discussing that many across Sweden are celebrating with their loved ones but also recognising that some in Sweden do not observe the Christmas holiday. However, he said, “Regardless how your Christmas looks, I…
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Spain

King Felipe looks back at Constitution's 40th anniversary and says to "proudly value who we are"

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25th December 2018
Recorded at Zarzuela Palace, King Felipe addressed the Spanish people on Christmas Eve; he sent warm wishes to the Spanish people on behalf of himself, the Queen, Princess Leonor, and Infanta Sofía. His Majesty remarked that his family wanted “to wish you a Merry Christmas and hope that all your dreams and aspirations come true in 2019.” He next took time to remember those in economic…
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