Tag Archives: Sustainability
Last Day in Ghana for Queen Mathilde
Queen Mathilde started her third and last day in Ghana today, Friday February 9, with a visit at the Promush Mushroom Project. The project, launched in 2017, aims to “to improve and sustain income of mushroom farmers in the community” but also to implement employment for about 5,500 youth, especially persons with disabilities. The project was established with the help of the European Union – who donated 660,000 Euros – and … Continue reading
Posted in Belgium | Tagged Education, Ghana, Patronage, President Akufo-Addo of Ghana, Queen Mathilde of the Belgians, Sustainability, Technology, United Nations, Working Visit | Leave a commentDutch Working Visit to China – Last Day
Today, Thursday February 8, Dutch Queen Máxima completed the working visit to China on her own while King Willem-Alexander was on his way to PyeongChang, South Korea, where tomorrow he will attend the opening of the Winter Olympics as an honorary member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The Queen started her last day in China with a roundatable at the Dutch Embassy focused on Green Finance. Topics discussed were … Continue reading
Posted in The Netherlands | Tagged China, Climate Change, Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, Sustainability, Working Visit | Leave a commentAbu Dhabi, Jordanian Crown Princes Attend World Future Energy Summit Opening
The Crown Princes of Abu Dhabi and Jordan were present for the opening of this year’s World Future Energy Summit at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre on Monday. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan delivered a speech at the Summit, which is being held as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. “The future can not be discussed in isolation from ensuring an active role for youth and investing in the development of their … Continue reading
Posted in Jordan, United Arab Emirates | Tagged Abu Dhabi, Awards, Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan, Patronage, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Summit Meeting, Sustainability, Working Visit | Leave a commentQueen Mathilde Receives the Honorary National German Sustainability Award 2018
Yesterday evening, Friday December 8, Her Majesty Queen Mathilde of the Belgians received the Honorary National German Sustainability Award 2018 in a ceremony held at the Maritim in Duesseldorf, Germany. Queen Mathilde was awarded “for her extraordinary social and socio-political commitment as well as her commitment as ambassador of the UN Sustainable Development Goals”. The Queen is committed to social and humanitarian projects with the Queen Mathilde Fund, UNICEF Belgium, … Continue reading
Posted in Belgium | Tagged Awards, Germany, Queen Mathilde of the Belgians, Sustainability | 1 CommentCrown Princess Victoria and Daughter Estelle Visit Askölaboratorium in Stockholm
On September 29, Princess Estelle and her mother Crown Princess Victoria visited the Askölaboratorium (“Ask Laboratory”) at the Baltic Sea Centre in Stockholm University. The aim of the trip was so that little Princess Estelle could learn about her surroundings by herself. Tina Elfwing, the director of the Baltic Sea Centre, said “It is very clear that Victoria talks about these questions with Estelle. It was noticed that it was not … Continue reading
Posted in Sweden | Tagged Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Environment, Princess Estelle of Sweden, Sustainability | 1 CommentAlbert and Charlène Attend Environmental Gala At Casino de Monte-Carlo
Thursday evening saw a glittering gala take place in the Salle Garnier at the Casino de Monte-Carlo, honouring actor Leonardo DiCaprio’s commitment to the preservation of the environment, with Prince Albert and Princess Charlène of Monaco in attendance. Prince Albert and Princess Charlène, in a lovely strapless evening gown with intricate gold, white and silver beading on the bodice, posed for photographs upon their arrival at the Monte-Carlo Gala for The Global Ocean, … Continue reading
Posted in Italy, Monaco | Tagged Albert II of Monaco, Celebrities, Environment, Fondation Prince Albert II de Monaco, House of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, Princess Charlène of Monaco, Sustainability, The Duchess of Castro, The Duke of Castro | 2 CommentsLast Day in Italy for the Dutch Royal Couple
Today, Friday June 23, Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima spent the last day of the state visit in Milan. In the morning the Royal Couple visited the Rosanna Orlandi Gallery that was founded in 2002 by Rosanna Orlandi, an Italian designer and talent scout. In the gallery are working Dutch and international designers. Afterwards the King and the Queen went to the La Triennale Design Museum where took place … Continue reading
Posted in The Netherlands | Tagged Conference, Italy, King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands, Museum, Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, State Visit, Sustainability, Water | Leave a commentCrown Princess Victoria Talks Ocean Sustainability at EAT Forum
Sweden’s Crown Princess Victoria spoke at the EAT Stockholm Food Forum on Monday, delivering a thought-provoking speech on the topic of ocean sustainability and the impact of fishing and pollution on the lifespan and quality of the world’s oceans. “Imagine a giant blue refrigerator. Imagine it offering you a rich supply of fresh, healthy, high quality food. Then imagine yourself emptying its shelves, all at once, and instead filling it with … Continue reading
Posted in Sweden | Tagged Conference, Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Sustainability | 1 CommentFlorals All Round! Mary, Victoria AND Sofia Opt For Flower Prints
Three royal ladies in Stockholm must have wanted to take advantage of the last days of spring on Tuesday, as they all donned floral prints for their engagements. Crown Princess Victoria and Princess Sofia, along with Denmark’s Crown Princess Mary, displayed their floral attire during a luncheon at the Royal Palace of Stockholm hosted by King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia (who, in a plain blue suit, clearly didn’t … Continue reading
Posted in Denmark, Sweden | Tagged Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden, Children, Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Hospital, Prince Carl Philip of Sweden, Prince Daniel of Sweden, Princess Sofia of Sweden, Queen Silvia of Sweden, Sustainability, Working Visit | 5 CommentsTwo Times The Heir: Danish and Swedish Crown Princely Couples Join Forces In Stockholm
The Crown Prince and Princess of Denmark began their two-day business trip to Sweden on Monday, where they were joined by Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel for their busy day of engagements. First up, the happy quartet attended the official start of the Danish business delegation visit at the Munich Brewery, with a speech from Prince Frederik kicking things off. The two couples had earlier posed for photographs outside … Continue reading
Posted in Denmark, Sweden | Tagged Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Exhibition, Prince Daniel of Sweden, Sustainability, Working Visit | Leave a commentRecycled H&M Skirt For Princess Mary At Copenhagen Fashion Summit
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark today attended the Copenhagen Fashion Summit conference at the DR Concert Hall. Wearing a repeated black, cream and burgundy floral skirt from H&M with a burgundy blouse, Mary was in the audience with over 800 leaders from the worldwide fashion sector for several panel debates. Later in the evening, the Princess – who is patron of the Copenhagen Fashion Summit, an “international conference focusing on sustainable fashion” … Continue reading
Posted in Denmark | Tagged Conference, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, Fashion, Patronage, Sustainability | Leave a commentCrown Princess Victoria in Japan, Day Four
Sweden’s Crown Princess Victoria has completed her working visit to Japan today. Her final day in the country was spent in Shiogama, north of Tokyo in the Miyagi Prefecture. The Princess visited the Meiho Tuna Fishery, a Marine Stewardship Council certified fishing company, where she was given a tour of the company’s fish factory, seeing their processes in working with fish once it has been caught. Victoria was required to wear … Continue reading
Posted in Sweden | Tagged Ambassador, Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Japan, Sustainability, Working Visit | 1 CommentCrown Princess Victoria in Japan, Day Three
Following the Spanish King and Queen’s footsteps, it was Crown Princess Victoria’s turn to meet a robot today on the third day of her visit to Japan. The Princess appeared delighted to meet with Pepper during a fika at the Swedish Embassy in Tokyo. “I’m sorry but I’m not smart enough to answer to your question. I’m going to study hard to be able to answer to your question on the next … Continue reading
Posted in Sweden | Tagged Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Japan, Sustainability, Working Visit | Leave a commentCrown Princess Victoria in Japan, Day Two
The Swedish Crown Princess has continued her working visit to Japan focusing on the sustainability of the world’s oceans today, April 19. Victoria began her day with a visit to a store from the AEON retail chain, which sells both produce and homewares. The purpose behind the store visit was to learn about their sustainability practices in regards to the seafood they sell – the company is aiming to have … Continue reading
Posted in Japan, Sweden | Tagged Agriculture, Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Patronage, Princess Takamado of Japan, Sustainability, United Nations, Working Visit | 1 CommentBelgian State Visit to Denmark: Day Two
The second day of the state visit started today, Wednesday March 29, with separate events for the Royal Couples. In the morning His Majesty King Philippe, accompanied by Crown Prince Frederik, paid a visit to Copenhagen City Hall where they were received by the Lord Mayor, Frank Jensen. The King and the Crown Prince attended a presentation about smart urban solutions and renewable energy and the King also signed the … Continue reading
Posted in Belgium, Denmark | Tagged Agriculture, Anti-Bullying, Bilateral Relations, Children, Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, Culture, Education, King Philippe of the Belgians, Margrethe II of Denmark, Prince Joachim of Denmark, Princess Elisabeth of Denmark, Princess Marie of Denmark, Queen Mathilde of the Belgians, State Visit, Sustainability, The Mary Foundation, Tourism, United Nations | 1 CommentCrown Princely Couple visits Hungary and New York
From September 22nd to 24th, CP Haakon and CP Mette-Marit paid a visit to Hungary. They attended the opening of Pannon House in Budapest. The visit,started with a meeting with Hungarian President László Sólyom. After the meeting the couple went to Pannon House. There the Crown Princess opened the seminar “Sustainability and Architecture”. After the opening, the Princess and her husband attended an outdoor exhibition that combined traditional Hungarian crafts … Continue reading
Posted in Norway | Tagged Architecture, Children, Crown Prince Haakon of Norway, Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway, Hungary, Mental Health, Official Visit, President Sólyom of Hungary, Sustainability, United States of America | Leave a comment