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King Charles III Receives Foreign Royals Ahead of Coronation

  May 5, 2023 at 11:32 pm by

King Charles III and other members of the British royal family hosted several receptions in London to welcome foreign dignitaries ahead of tomorrow’s coronation. Late in the afternoon he welcomed guests from overseas, among them members of reigning and former reigning royal families. Queen Camilla did not attend the reception. Among the guests were American first lady Dr. Jill Biden, President Steinmeier of Germany, President Lula of Brazil. Another special … Continue reading →

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Royal Family Files Complaint With Swiss Police Against Fromer Prince

  November 8, 2017 at 5:56 pm by

The Romanian royal family has filed a complaint against Nicholas Medforth-Mills, formerly Prince Nicholas of Romania, grandson of king Mihai. Mr. Medforth-Mills was denied entry to the house of his ill grandfather King Mihai in Geneva. After the entry was denied, Nicholas tried to force a way and verbally and physically abused three people in the entourage of the king. The Romanian royal family released the following statement: On Tuesday … Continue reading →

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King Michael’s Health Worsening, Princess Margareta Returns To Switzerland

  November 6, 2017 at 7:20 pm by

A statement issued by the Romanian Royal House today reveals that the health of 96-year-old former King Mihai I has “worsened considerably”. “King Michael’s general state of health has worsened considerably, with a significant decline in his physical strength,” the statement reads. His family “will have a series of meetings with His Majesty’s doctors” in the coming days, “to discuss the King’s current medical treatment and obtain their advice in … Continue reading →

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Crown Princess Margareta Granted Swiss Nationality

  June 28, 2017 at 7:24 pm by

In a ceremony at the Palais de Beaulieu in Lausanne, Switzerland on Wednesday, Crown Princess Margareta of Romania became a naturalised Swiss citizen. The Princess took her citizenship oath alongside over 450 others during the ceremony, presided over by the Chancellor of the State of Vaud. She was joined by her husband, Prince Radu. “Our royal family and the canton of Vaud share a common history. I was born in Lausanne, … Continue reading →

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Crown Princess Margareta Hosts Children’s Garden Party

  May 28, 2017 at 5:35 pm by

At Elisabeta Palace on Sunday afternoon, Crown Princess Margareta of Romania hosted hundreds of children and their parents for some fun and games in the Palace’s gardens. The Princess joined her guests for music and dance performances, before the children were given free reign to take part in painting, crafts, flower crown making, fencing and karate. The event was arranged by the Princess Margareta Foundation. Garden Party al Copiilor la … Continue reading →

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Royals Express Sorrow Over Manchester Attack

  May 23, 2017 at 7:36 am by

Europe’s heads of state have this morning expressed their sorrow and solidarity following the terrorist attack in Manchester last night, which killed 22 people when a bomb went off as people were leaving an Ariana Grande concert at Manchester Arena. Over 50 people were injured in the attack. Other royals also shared their messages of support on social media. Queen Elizabeth II this morning issued a message to the Lord-Lieutenant … Continue reading →

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Crown Princess Margareta Addresses the Romanian Parliament

  April 27, 2017 at 9:25 am by

Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Margareta of Romania yesterday addressed a solemn session of the Romanian Parliament in connection with the jubilee celebration of “Iasi – Capital of the Kingdom of Romania 1916-1918 and the City Of the Great Union”. It was 100 years ago in 1917 that the Romanian Senate and Assembly of Deputies met in the city of Iasi and adopted the reforming laws of the Romanian State … Continue reading →

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Prince Charles Continues Strengthening Relationship With Romania On Second Day Of Visit

  March 30, 2017 at 5:43 pm by

The Prince of Wales has continued his official visit to Romania today, focusing today on the culture of the Balkan nation. He began at Bucharest’s Village Museum, a popular tourist attraction that promotes Romania’s cultural heritage. Here, Charles toured the museum, viewing different traditional crafts. The Prince absolutely delighted locals when he joined in on a traditional folk dance. Afterwards, Prince Charles visited the Vacaresti Nature Park where rangers walked him … Continue reading →

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Princess Maria Collects ‘Most Influential Female’ Award on Sister’s Behalf

  March 30, 2017 at 6:57 am by

On March 29, Princess Maria of Romania attended a gala dinner hosted by Forbes Romania that celebrated women in the country. The ‘Gala Forbes Women’ is held annually, and the Princess was present this year to accept an award on behalf of her elder sister, Crown Princess Margareta, who has been named ‘Most Influential Female’ in Romania. The Crown Princess also received the same award in 2016. Crown Princess Margareta … Continue reading →

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Crown Princess Margareta Gives Deserving Awards

  November 19, 2016 at 6:34 pm by

  Last Wednesday, as well as meeting a delegation from the European Regional Office of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent, Crown Princess Margareta of Romania handed out awards to volunteers of the National Red Cross Society of Romania as part of the celebrations for the Organisation’s 140th Anniversary. The volunteers all wore their distinctive red and white uniforms to collect their awards, with Crown Princess Margareta … Continue reading →

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Official Events At Elisabeta Palace

  November 19, 2016 at 6:08 pm by

It has been a busy time at the Elisabeta Palace this last week, with several official events taking place. The delightful surroundings of this Palace, set in leafy suburbs north of city centre of Bucharest, provide an excellent backdrop for the many and various official functions that are carried out by members of the Romanian Royal Family. Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Margarita chaired a meeting of the Board of … Continue reading →

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Scholarships Awarded to Young Telents by Crown Princess Margareta!

  November 16, 2016 at 8:14 am by

  On Monday 14th November, Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Margareta of Romania and her sister, Princess Maria attended the Young Talent Gala at the National Theatre in Bucharest in order to hand out diplomas to 36 young scholars for their artistic performance and abilities in Fine Arts and Classical Music. The diploma awards were sponsored by the Princess Margareta of Romania Foundation, which over the years has invested almost … Continue reading →

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Crown Princess Margareta Visits Thai Embassy

  October 29, 2016 at 3:37 pm by

Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Margareta alongside her husband, Prince Radu, has visited the Embassy of the Kingdom of Thailand in Bucharest to pay her respects to the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who died earlier this month. Before a portrait of the King, Their Royal Highnesses laid a bouquet of yellow flowers – the colour of the Royal Family of Thailand – before signing a book of condolence in which they … Continue reading →

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Royal Orders Conferred at Peleș Castle

  October 26, 2016 at 6:39 am by

To commemorate the 95th Birthday of His Majesty King Michael of Romania, Royal Orders, Honours and Decorations have been conferred upon a variety of receivers from Romania and abroad at two ceremonies that took place in the Hall of Honour at Peleș Castle. The honours were handed out by HRH Crown Princess Margareta – Custodian of the Crown – and in attendance were her husband, Prince Radu and her sister, … Continue reading →

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A Service of Blessing in Romania!

  September 29, 2016 at 10:05 am by

Late last Saturday afternoon, in celebration of their 20th Wedding Anniversary, Crown Princess Margareta and Prince Radu of Romania had their marriage blessed in a beautiful ceremony held at the Coronation Cathedral in the city of Alba Iulia, north-west of Bucharest.  The Service of Blessing was conducted by His Eminence, Archbishop Irenaeus of Alba who was assisted by priests from the Archdiocese.   During the sacred formalities, Crown Princess Margareta … Continue reading →

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20th Wedding Anniversary for Margareta and Radu!

  September 21, 2016 at 2:28 am by

  Their Royal Highnesses Crown Princess Margareta and Prince Radu of Romania celebrate their 20th Wedding Anniversary today! A civil wedding had taken place in the town hall of Versoix, Switzerland on the 24th July 1996 and two months later at the Orthodox Cathedral in Lausanne, the religious wedding took place.  Given away by her father, King Michael, Princess Margareta wore a stunning white silk dress with long sleeves, a square … Continue reading →

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Mourners At the Royal Palace in Bucharest

  August 12, 2016 at 1:20 pm by

On Wednesday evening, the body of Her Majesty Queen Anne of Romania was moved in Military Ceremony from the Hall of Honour at Peles Caste to the Throne Room of the former Royal Palace in Bucharest ahead of Her Majesty’s funeral tomorrow. In attendance were Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Margareta, Prince Radu, Princess Elena and her husband, Princess Marie and Princess Sofie who has throughout these last days been … Continue reading →

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Her Majesty Queen Anne Returns To Romania

  August 10, 2016 at 6:44 am by

Military and religious ceremonies have marked the return of the body of Queen Anne back to Romanian soil yesterday afternoon as Her Majesty’s coffin arrived at Otopeni Airport in Bucharest in preparation for her funeral on Saturday.  The occasion was as solemn and dignified as it could ever be – and it was also as fitting and appropriate as the much loved wife of Romania’s former monarch, King Michael, could … Continue reading →

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Memorial Service Held at Săvârşin

  August 8, 2016 at 6:30 am by

Crown Princess Margareta of Romania and her husband, Prince Radu, attended a memorial service at the Orthodox Church in Săvârşin yesterday in memory of Queen Anne who died last week.  Dressed in mourning, the royal couple took their places solemnly amongst the rest of the congregation inside the ornate church. Queen Anne of Romania’s funeral will take place on Saturday, 13th August in Bucharest.  The Government of Romania has announced that … Continue reading →

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Crown Princess Margareta of Romania and Her Foundation

  June 17, 2016 at 6:37 am by

On Wednesday, Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Margarita hosted a tea party at Elisabeta Palace for the Board of Directors of the Vodafone Romania Foundation. The foundation has been working in partnership with the Crown Princess Margareta of Romania Foundation in support of children and the elderly and on behalf of her foundation, Crown Princess Margareta gave a Platinum level sponsor award to Vodaphone Romania for their work. The following … Continue reading →

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