Norway’s New King Swears In | Charlotte News

Norway’s new King Haakon VIII took his constitutional oath in parliament just days after the death of his father, King Harald V — a swift, solemn transition marking the end of a 35-year reign. At 53, the new monarch pledged to serve “All for Norway,” echoing his royal heritage. While Norway’s monarchy holds no political power, it remains a cherished national symbol and global ambassador for the country. The public is invited to pay respects to the late king’s coffin until his funeral on September 9th, with strict guidelines in place. Queen Mette-Marit, recovering from a lung transplant, missed the ceremony due to medical restrictions. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/66e79b0c9b341b57