Norway’s King Haakon pledges an oath of allegiance to the constitution as his father lies in state
Summary
King Haakon VIII of Norway took an oath to uphold the country’s constitution after becoming king following the death of his father, King Harald V. His father’s funeral preparations are ongoing, and the late king’s coffin is on public display until the funeral day.Key Facts
- King Haakon VIII became Norway’s monarch after King Harald V died at age 89.
- Haakon took an oath in parliament to govern according to Norway’s constitution and laws.
- Norway’s monarchy is mostly symbolic, with real power held by the elected government.
- King Haakon’s motto is “All for Norway,” a phrase used by his great-grandfather.
- Harald V’s coffin was placed in the royal palace chapel and will lie there until the funeral on September 9.
- The public can visit the chapel to pay respects but cannot take photos or leave items.
- Queen Mette-Marit, Haakon’s wife, was present at the coffin procession but missed the oath ceremony due to health complications after a lung transplant.
- The Norwegian monarchy has roots dating back to the 9th century and was restored after Norway’s independence in 1905.
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