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Haakon VIII pledges allegiance to the Constitution of Norway

Norway's new king, Haakon VIII, has pledged allegiance to the Constitution in a ceremony marked by the absence of Queen Mette-Marit, who is recovering from a lung transplant.

1 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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On Tuesday, Haakon VIII pledged his allegiance to the Constitution of the Kingdom of Norway in an official ceremony. The event took place in front of the full Storting, the country's legislative assembly, as part of the process confirming his ascension to the throne following the death of his father, Harald V.

During the ceremony, the new king, aged 53, delivered the protocol statement indicating his commitment to govern according to the Constitution and the laws of Norway, with the help of God. This act is a fundamental requirement for assuming the role of monarch in Norway.

The ceremony was notably marked by the absence of Queen Mette-Marit, who is recovering after undergoing a lung transplant. Her situation has garnered media attention, as many expected her presence alongside her husband during such a significant moment for the royal family.

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Despite Mette-Marit’s absence, the ceremony was an important event in the context of the power transition, symbolizing a new chapter in Norway's history. As Haakon VIII assumes the throne, he faces a future with the challenges inherent to the role he will play.

Haakon VIII's pledge of allegiance to the Constitution underscores the continuity of monarchy in Norway and his commitment to the country's constitutional principles.

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