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Norway’s King Haakon honors ‘dear father’ Harald in first speech as sovereign
"My dear father, thank you for being such a good dad for Martha and I," he said.
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- Why it matters
- The speech marks the formal opening of a new reign and signals continuity in the Norwegian monarchy, with the new king publicly acknowledging his father's role before him.
- Most affected
- Norwegians — A new king assumes the throne following Harald's reign.
- Likely next
- Whether Haakon issues a formal policy agenda or statement on his priorities as king.
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