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Saturday, December 28, 2024

Danish Royals Make Historic Visit to Sweden

Published: 2024-05-06

The Danish royal couple, King Frederik X and Queen Mary, marked their first state visit to Sweden since 1985 with a grand arrival in Stockholm aboard the royal ship Dannebrog.

This historic visit, aimed at strengthening ties and cooperation in areas such as security and defense policy, saw the royals being warmly welcomed with cannon salutes and the presence of Swedish royalty, including young Prince Oscar and Princess Estelle who took a brief respite from school to greet the visitors, waving Danish flags from a palace balcony.

The visit encompassed formal receptions, meetings with Swedish officials, and public events, highlighting the enduring friendship and collaboration between Denmark and Sweden.

Coverage of the visit was extensively followed, showcasing the significance of this diplomatic engagement in fostering bilateral relations.