SocietyNorway’s King Haakon pays tribute to ‘dear father’ Harald in first speech

King Haakon VIII paid an emotional tribute to his late father, Harald V, in his first address as Norway’s monarch, calling him a wonderful father. Haakon said he would follow his own path while upholding democracy, unity, inclusive values and the principles of constitutional monarchy. Norway has declared a national period of mourning.

Norway monarchyHaakon VIIIHarald Vroyal succession

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