Monthly Archives: June 2011
Philippe & Mathilde Visit New York
This past Wednesday and Thursday saw Belgium's Crown Prince Philippe and Princess Mathilde on an economic mission to New York City. They were in the city to broaden ties between their country and the United States.
Their first stop was to Ground Zero, where the couple laid a wreath sent by the Belgian King and Queen in remembrance to those who lost their lives on 9/11. Philippe and Mathilde were given a briefing on the reconstruction of the site by Bill Baroni, the deputy executive director Read more [...]
Crown Prince Naruhito’s Visit to Germany
Last week, Japan's Crown Prince Naruhito paid a three day visit to Germany as part of marking the two countries' 150 years of diplomacy. Even though that was the main part of the trip, Naruhito used the opportunity to thank Germany for helping Japan which is still recovering from its massive earthquake and tsunami back in March.
"I offer my gratitude for the various kinds of assistance, including the dispatch of a rescue team, and condolences expressed by Germany," the Crown Prince was quoted Read more [...]
Princess Madeleine Talks About WCF, Returning to U.S.
The Swedish royal court recently published an interview with Princess Madeleine where she briefly discussed working for World Childhood Foundation in the United States. The Princess has been living in New York City for well over a year, and while the reasons for that are not fully clear, this interview is likely an attempt to ease criticism that Madeleine is wasting tax payers' money by doing little but shop and have fun.
First, she was asked what she does for WCF, which was set up by her Read more [...]
Changes to Luxembourg’s Succession Law
On Monday, changes were made to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg's succession laws that will abolish male preference - as is the current state - and will allow females equal rights to the throne as their male relatives.
This means if, for example, Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume were to have a daughter as a first born child, she could become the next monarch of Luxembourg after her father, even if she has a younger brother. That brother would be second behind the sister.
These changes have been Read more [...]
Princess Nathalie Marries Alexander Johannsmann
This weekend, Princess Nathalie of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg, niece of the Queen of Denmark, married her longtime love, Alexander Johannsmann during a religious ceremony at the castle of Bad Berleburg in Germany.
The couple had already tied the knot in a civil ceremony in May 2010 and are the proud parents of a son, Konstantin who is nearly a year old.
Their wedding was attended by their friends and family, who included the Danish royal house and the Greek royals. The latter turned up Read more [...]
Moroccan King Proposes Changes, Protesters Dissatisfied
On Friday, Morocco's King Mohammed VI broadcast a speech to his people, saying he will give up some of his absolute political powers. He also told the country he will name a prime minister from the largest political party to serve as head of the executive branch.
Despite these promises, many of Morocco's youth are dissatisfied. They wanted to see their King give up his military and religious powers as well, and as a result, its February 20 protest group will hold a demonstration on Sunday.
"The Read more [...]
Crown Prince Frederik Visits Japan’s Disaster Sites
On Monday, Denmark's future King began a three day official to Japan. Not only was Crown Prince Frederik there to strengthen Danish-Japanese bilateral ties, but to also show his support after the March earthquake and tsunami that devastated the country. He was the first foreign royal to visit Japan since the disasters.
Frederik first met with Crown Prince Naruhito at Togu Palace. In the evening, he dined with Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko.
Tuesday saw the Crown Prince visit the disaster-hit Read more [...]
A Look at William & Catherine’s Whirlwind Appearances
These past five days have been a whirlwind for newlyweds Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge. Starting on Thursday, the couple made their first official duties and appearances since their April 29th wedding. These engagements included charity galas, milestone birthday celebrations and traditional royal events.
Throughout these five days, Catherine kept her cool and showcased that she can handle making public appearances. She showed no sign of uneasiness and went along with a Read more [...]
Swedish Royals Mark National Day
On Monday, the whole royal family of Sweden gathered to mark the country's National Day. June 6th is the day Sweden adopted a constitution, and although the vast majority of Swedes do not celebrate National Day is any sort, the House of Bernadotte was all smiles for those that do mark the day.
At 10am, Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel ceremoniously opened the royal palace at the South Gate, Slottsbacken. That is when the public can get a tour of the palace.
Later at around 11am, Read more [...]
Belgian Royal Family Gathers for Princess Louise’s First Communion
On Thursday, nearly the entire Belgian royal family gathered for the first communion of Princess Louise, the daughter of the controversial Prince Laurent. Although the Prince has been banned from participating in royal activities, he is of course not banned from family events.
The Belgian royals went to the small parish of Sainte-Catherine Bonlez, a district of Chaumont-Gistoux in the province of Walloon Brabant for the Catholic ceremony for the seven year old. Princess Louise wore a pink Read more [...]
