Crown Princess Victoria, Current Events, Part 13

[An Ard Ri]

Arms of Crown Princess Victoria

Welcome to the Crown Princess Victoria, Current Events, Part 13

Commencing March 21st,2025

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[LadyFinn]

Victoria visited the Home Guard last week to receive information about how the work on the Interflex training initiative is progressing.
Since 2022, the Army and the Home Guard have supported the Interflex training initiative, which provides voluntary Ukrainian citizens with basic military training in the United Kingdom. During the visit Victoria met some of the Home Guard instructors who will lead the upcoming training round.
The Interflex training initiative is led by the United Kingdom and currently has instructors from 13 nations.

Kronprinsessan besökte Hemvärnet

Förra veckan besökte Kronprinsessan Hemvärnet för att få information om hur arbetet med utbildningsinsatsen Interflex fortskrider.

www.kungahuset.se

https://www.facebook.com/Hemvarnet/posts/pfbid0fhoRCoZ2bBZDBZ3KV4UmbapaMe6TyA5SSkSx1mukvA9aLqCDNbTpmVjQDpU5dTHtl

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria attended yesterday the Brain Day, organized by the Swedish Brain Foundation at Brygghuset in Stockholm. She is the patron of the Swedish Brain Foundation.
Brain Day is an annual knowledge day with the aim of bringing together the public with experts to increase knowledge about the challenges and opportunities of the brain. Invited researchers and experts spoke about, among other things, the history of brain research, eating disorders, changes in the brain during the menstrual cycle, and Alzheimer's.

Kronprinsessan vid Hjärnans dag

Den 25 mars närvarade Kronprinsessan vid Hjärnans dag som arrangerades av Hjärnfonden på Brygghuset i Stockholm. Kronprinsessan är Hjärnfondens beskyddare.

www.kungahuset.se

Good photos from the Brain Day

Kronprinsessan Victoria närvarade vid Hjärnans dag - GALA magasin

Med ett strålande humör och i en knallröd kostym, som satt som en smäck, närvarade Kronprinsessan igår vid Hjärnans dag, som arrangerades av Hjärnfonden på …

galamagasin.se

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria met yesterday Achim Steiner, the Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) at the Royal Palace.
They discussed, among other things, UNDP's activities worldwide regarding the global goals for sustainable development.

Kronprinsessan gav företräde för UNDP:s chef

Den 27 mars gav Kronprinsessan företräde för chefen för FN:s utvecklingsprogram (UNDP) Achim Steiner på Kungl. Slottet.

www.kungahuset.se

Victoria has been a Goodwill Ambassador for UNDP since October 2023.

 

[iceflower]

Achim Steiner has sent a lovely message following their meeting:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1905593781883109774

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria inaugurated today Porslinsriket at Värmdö's new cultural center in Gustavsberg.
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Profimedia gallery

On the day 200 years ago, on March 31, 1825, the planned porcelain factory of wholesaler Johan Herman Öhman and the councilor of commerce Johan Olof Wennerberg received their privileges from the Chamber of Commerce. Which thus gave them the right to start production.
Since then, porcelain manufacturing in Gustavsberg has been operating, almost without interruption, in the same place and in the same artisanal way for 200 years - which makes the place completely unique.
With its businesses, Gustavsberg Porcelain Factory and Villeroy & Boch Gustavsberg, its Porcelain Museum and over 100 studios with active artisans, Gustavsberg is a continuing active town that develops based on what once established the town – art, culture, creative industries, functional design, the magic of porcelain and ceramics.
On the occasion of the 200th anniversary, we take the right to name the place from now on as Porslinsriket.

Porslinsriket

Gustavsbergs Porslinfabrik at its Facebook:
"Today is a very special day, as Gustavsberg Porcelain Factory celebrates its 200th anniversary! Crown Princess Victoria was there to inaugurate the new name Porslinsriket, the area around the factory, and then received a guided tour by Gustafsberg's CEO Oskar Juhlin."

https://www.facebook.com/gustavsbergsporslinsfabrik/posts/pfbid021vHVLznRxeW5EV1uQGKrLMa1MAe7HMLV43XoJ2UtQdcTCEE5rQLb2zTvmdgiBvDtl

Här gratuleras fabriken av kronprinsessan Victoria

Fyller 200 år idag. Samtidigt lanseras nya namnet Porslinsriket. Kronprinsessan Victoria, Kungahuset, Gustavsberg, Gustavsbergs porslinsfabrik, porslin, 200 år, Värmdö, Stockholm

www.mitti.se

Misstankarna om Victoria stämmer – nya bilderna visar

När kronprinsessan Victoria nu dyker upp bekräftar hon alla misstankarna!

www.svenskdam.se

Victoria said at her speech at Porslinsriket among other things:
"After a visit by Karl XV to the Gustavsberg porcelain factory in 1863, an order was placed for a bone china service decorated with the three-crown coat of arms. Parts of this service are still in use at the Royal Palace.
Crown Prince Gustaf (VI) Adolf and Crown Princess Louise received the Ulriksdals service as a wedding gift from the Royal Court in 1923. (...)
The latest addition from Gustavsberg to the royal collections is the gift from the Riksdag and government in connection with the King's 70th birthday: the plate service Together designed by Daniel Hassila."

H.K.H. Kronprinsessans tal vid Gustavsbergs 200-årsjubileum och invigning av Porslinsriket

www.kungahuset.se

Nya bilderna på Victoria – misstankarna stämmer

Tillbaka i kunglig tjänst. De nya bilderna på kronprinsessan Victoria bekräftar misstankarna.

alltomkungligt.se

 

[JR76]

Gustavsbergs Porslinfabrik at its Facebook:
"Today is a very special day, as Gustavsberg Porcelain Factory celebrates its 200th anniversary! Crown Princess Victoria was there to inaugurate the new name Porslinsriket, the area around the factory, and then received a guided tour by Gustafsberg's CEO Oskar Juhlin."

https://www.facebook.com/gustavsbergsporslinsfabrik/posts/pfbid021vHVLznRxeW5EV1uQGKrLMa1MAe7HMLV43XoJ2UtQdcTCEE5rQLb2zTvmdgiBvDtl

Här gratuleras fabriken av kronprinsessan Victoria

Fyller 200 år idag. Samtidigt lanseras nya namnet Porslinsriket. Kronprinsessan Victoria, Kungahuset, Gustavsberg, Gustavsbergs porslinsfabrik, porslin, 200 år, Värmdö, Stockholm

www.mitti.se

Misstankarna om Victoria stämmer – nya bilderna visar

När kronprinsessan Victoria nu dyker upp bekräftar hon alla misstankarna!

www.svenskdam.se

How refreshing that they choose a Swedish name. Far to often an English name is smacked onto things to give it them an "international" brand.

 

[iceflower]

Here are some more photos of yesterday's inauguration:


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Victoria de Suède bonbon rose en Zara, au royaume de la porcelaine

EN IMAGES - Victoria de Suède est partie à la rencontre du roi de la porcelaine suédois vêtue d’un tailleur-pantalon rose accessible à tous, montrant qu’après la discrétion elle est bel et bien de retour sur le devant de la scène.

www.parismatch.com

Kronprinsessan besökte Gustavsbergs porslinsfabrik

Den 31 mars närvarade Kronprinsessan vid invigningen av Porslinsriket i Värmdö kulturhus. Det var på dagen 200 år sedan porslinstillverkningen startade i Gustavsberg.

www.kungahuset.se

And today the programme for the visist to Nigeria from April 7 - 9 has been released:

H.K.H. Kronprinsessan på officiellt besök till Nigeria

Den 7–9 april 2025 besöker Kronprinsessan Nigeria tillsammans med statsrådet Andreas Carlson .

www.kungahuset.se

HRH The Crown Princess on an official visit to Nigeria

On 7–9 April 2025, The Crown Princess will visit Nigeria together with State Councillor Andreas Carlson.The Crown Princess's official visit is taking place at the request of the government. The purpose of the visit is to consolidate and develop the bilateral relationship between Sweden and Nigeria.

Nigeria is one of the largest economies on the African continent and several major Swedish companies are currently represented in the country. In recent years, small and medium-sized companies with Swedish connections have also established themselves in Nigeria.

From the program for the visit to Nigeria
Program items can be added or removed.

Monday, 7 April, Abuja

Ministry for Foreign Affairs
The visit to Nigeria will begin with The Crown Princess and State Councillor Carlson being received by Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, for a bilateral meeting and a viewing of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs' art exhibition.

State House
The Crown Princess and the State Councillor will then be received by the Vice President of Nigeria, H.E. Senator Kashim Shettima, for a bilateral meeting and subsequent roundtable discussion.

Embassy of Sweden and Residence
Over lunch, the Crown Princess and the State Councillor will visit the Embassy of Sweden for a tour of the embassy office and the residence. A meeting with the embassy staff will also take place.

UNICEF
The afternoon begins with a field visit to the primary health care facility Kuchingoro PHC together with UNICEF. During the visit, the Crown Princess and the State Councillor will receive information about UNICEF's work in Nigeria. UNICEF is Sweden's largest humanitarian partner in Nigeria.

Reception
The first day in Nigeria will end with a reception at the Swedish residence hosted by Ambassador Annika Hahn-Englund and her husband Magnus Astberg. Invitees to the reception include government representatives, civil society, the Nordic colony and Swedish alumni.

Tuesday, April 8, Lagos

Breakfast meeting with Business Sweden
The second day in Nigeria begins in Lagos with a breakfast meeting with Business Sweden and representatives from Swedish companies operating in Nigeria.

Meeting with Lagos Governor and roundtable discussion
The Crown Princess and State Councilor Carlson will then visit Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for a bilateral meeting. The meeting will end with a roundtable discussion between Business Sweden, Swedish companies, Team Sweden actors and Nigeria's commissioners for trade, transport, innovation and energy.

Business Sweden
In the afternoon, the Crown Princess and State Councilor will attend the Nigeria-Sweden Business Forum, where the Crown Princess will also give an opening speech.

Emmy Kasbit Atelier
The Crown Princess will then visit the studio of Nigerian designer Emmy Kasbit.

Business Sweden reception
The first day in Lagos ends with the Crown Princess and State Councilor attending the Business Sweden reception and the opening of Business Sweden's new trade office.

The Nigeria Sweden Fashion Show will also take place during the reception. The fashion show is organized by Lagos Fashion Week and the Swedish Embassy with support from the Swedish Institute. The Swedish fashion designers Maxjenny and Selam Fessahaye and Emmy Kasbit and Lisa Folwaiyo from Nigeria will participate.

Wednesday, April 9, Lagos

Field visit to Omuwo Odofin local government area
The last day in Nigeria begins with the Crown Princess and State Councilor Carlson conducting a field visit to Omuwo Odofin local government area in Lagos together with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
UNDP Innovation Centre
The Crown Princess and State Councilor Carlson will then visit the UNDP Innovation Centre where they will receive information about UNDP's work and meet Nigerian innovators.

Visit to a market
In the afternoon, the Crown Princess and the State Councilor will visit a textile market in Lagos.

John Randle Centre for Yorùbá Culture & History
To conclude the official visit to Nigeria, the Crown Princess and the State Councilor will visit the John Randle Centre for Yorùbá Culture & History museum where they will receive a guided tour.

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria attended yesterday a working meeting with SeaBOS (Seafood Business for Ocean Stewardship) in Norrtälje. She was welcomed by Henrik Österblom (professor of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences and Stockholm Resilience Centre and director of the Anthropocene Laboratory) and Carl Folke (Director of the Beijer Institute of Ecological Economics of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences and Chair of the Board of the Stockholm Resilience Centre at Stockholm University).
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, Beijer Institute and Stockholm Resilience Centre are scientific partners of SeaBOS.
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Last week, Victoria visited Farsta strand in southern Stockholm together with the Stockholm City Mission.
She learned more about the "Kymmendö model", a management model for economically and socially sustainable housing that Stockholm City Mission developed through the construction of an apartment building in Farsta strand.
Victoria met some of the children who live in the house to have coffee, do crafts and talk. She also visited a family living in one of the apartments in the building. The apartment owners told stories about how they had previously been homeless and then found permanent accommodation in Farsta strand.

Kronprinsessan besökte socialt hållbara bostäder med Stockholms stadsmission

I förra veckan besökte Kronprinsessan Farsta strand i södra Stockholm tillsammans med Stockholms stadsmission.

www.kungahuset.se

The Royal Court about Victoria at the SeaBOS working meeting yesterday on Marholmen in Norrtälje.
The meeting, which took place 1-3 April, brought together representatives from the world's eight largest seafood companies, as well as experts and researchers in the field.
During the working meeting, issues such as biodiversity, antibiotic use, the West Coast Africa Keystone project and IUU fishing (illegal, unreported, unregulated) were discussed.
Victoria gave a speech at the meeting.

Kronprinsessan i möte med SeaBOS

Den 1 april deltog Kronprinsessan vid SeaBOS arbetsmöte, som ägde rum på Marholmen i Norrtälje. Initiativet SeaBOS, Seafood Business for Ocean Stewardship, arbetar på vetenskaplig grund för att transformera sjömatsindustrin att arbeta hållbart.

www.kungahuset.se

Victoria had today:
A digital meeting with Ahunna Eziakonwa, UN Assistant Secretary-General and UNDP Regional Director for Africa
A meeting with Business Sweden ahead of official visit to Nigeria

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria prepared also on Thursday for her upcoming official trip to Nigeria by having meetings with Minister for Infrastructure and Housing Andreas Carlson and Görrel Espelund from the Swedish Institute of International Affairs.

Victoria makes an official visit to Nigeria on April 7-9. She will among other things meet Vice President Kashim Shettima, whom she met at the Royal Palace on October 17, 2024.

Nigeria is one of Africa’s largest economies and an increasingly important trading partner for Swedish companies. To strengthen bilateral relations and contribute to long-term sustainable development, Business Sweden is opening a new office and leading a business delegation to the country.
The trade office will be inaugurated in connection with HRH Crown Princess Victoria's visit to Nigeria on 7–9 April, together with Minister of Infrastructure and Housing Andreas Carlson and a business delegation.
Sverige öppnar handelskontor i Nigeria - Regeringen.se

More trade and development: Business Sweden opens new office and leads business delegation to Nigeria

Nigeria is one of Africa’s largest economies and an increasingly important trading partner for Swedish companies. To strengthen bilateral relations and contribute to long-term sustainable development, Business Sweden is opening a new office and leading a business delegation to the country.

www.business-sweden.com

 

[LadyFinn]

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is pleased to announce the upcoming official visit of Her Royal Highness Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden, to Nigeria scheduled for Monday, 7th to Wednesday 9th April 2025.
The visiting royalty will be received by high-ranking Nigerian officials and also engage in a series of high-level discussions aimed at further strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between both nations.

https://www.facebook.com/FMINONigeria/posts/pfbid0hUaLFkGmJJQ81ZLntNxME6MbDA26koUk2AezznXooPTKSF62MTruF5aZoS45LUPRl

Crown Princess Victoria Of Sweden To Visit Nigeria In April

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria Désirée of Sweden will be visiting Nigeria from April 7 to April

reportafrique.com

The Swedish Embassy posted:
HRH Crown Princess Victoria and Mr. Andreas Carlson, Swedish Minister of Housing and Infrastructure have arrived Nigeria! We are truly excited and honoured to welcome this high-level delegation for this official visit.
As Nigeria and Sweden

continues to collaborate, we anticipate that this visit will strengthen our existing bilateral relationships and will be an important step in promoting Swedish priorities in #Nigeria!
Looking forward to fruitful engagements and a memorable time!

https://www.facebook.com/SwedeninNigeria/posts/pfbid021E6hxJAB3CkDBVg1nxXxs7zdoqpcwfvRAQ3waBy1KfhmSQ9YESgHKq8MGSUkMZhMl

Victoria and Sweden's Infrastructure and Housing Minister Andreas Carlson met Nigeria's Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar in Abuja.
Pic
Profimedia gallery

Victoria and Minister Carlson visited the Swedish Embassy
Profimedia gallery

Victoria is in one of the world's most dangerous countries, on Monday she began her official visit to the Nigerian capital, Abuja, with armed police outside her hotel.

Beväpnad polis utanför Victorias hotell – första bilderna från utlandsresan

Beväpnad polis utanför kronprinsessan Victorias hotell.

www.svenskdam.se

Victoria met Vice President Kashim Shettima.
Profimedia gallery

Victoria made a field visit together with UNICEF to a preschool in Jabi. UNICEF is Sweden's largest humanitarian partner in Nigeria.
Profimedia gallery

Victorias stylingknep – med nya klänningen

Snyggt, kronprinsessan – så kan man faktiskt göra!

www.svenskdam.se

Bild-Extra: Här skyddas Victoria av polis på resan i Afrika

Ett stort säkerhetspådrag. Kronprinsessan Victoria är välbevakad under sin resa i Afrika. Tungt beväpnad polis skyddar kungligheten i Nigeria.

alltomkungligt.se

Nigeria, Sweden Pledge Stronger Ties As VP Shettima Hosts Crown Princess Victoria

Nigeria and Sweden, on Monday in Abuja, declared their firm resolve to deepen bilateral relations through trade, sustainable development, gender equality, and

leadership.ng

Nigeria’s Vice President receives Crown Princess of Sweden

Nigeria and Sweden have declared their firm resolve to deepen bilateral relations through trade, sustainable development, gender equality, and cultural exchange

von.gov.ng

On Sunday Victoria visited Orisun Art Gallery in Abuja:

Orisun Gallery on Instagram: "We are honoured to welcome Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden to Nigeria on her official visit from April 7th to 9th, 2025. As a beacon of cultural diplomacy and global sustainability, Her Royal Highn

63 likes, 2 comments - orisungallery on April 7, 2025: "We are honoured to welcome Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden to Nigeria on her official visit from April 7th to 9th, 2025. As a beacon of cultural diplomacy and global sustainability, Her Royal Highness’s presence in...

www.instagram.com

Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar at his X:

https://twitter.com/x/status/1909354018658197599

TVC News Nigeria on Instagram: "Just In: Crown Princess of Sweden, Victoria Désirée, arrives at the Presidential Villa to meet Vice President Kashim. Follow TVC News for more updates. #tvcnews #princessdesiree #princesssofiaofsweden ##kashimshet

919 likes, 13 comments - tvcnewsng on April 7, 2025: "Just In: Crown Princess of Sweden, Victoria Désirée, arrives at the Presidential Villa to meet Vice President Kashim. Follow TVC News for more updates. #tvcnews #princessdesiree #princesssofiaofsweden ##kashimshettima".

www.instagram.com

Vice President Shettima at his Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/kashimshettima.org/posts/pfbid0RPV6Sd6Yz5okNZRJTbfKTo86s27pY6obMoJwfxjjmAkjxXFnGDHBhkQiT7i6M2Rkl

Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden kicks off three-day visit to Nigeria

Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden beamed as she joined a group of young school children during playtime - as she kicked off a three-day visit to Nigeria on Monday.

www.dailymail.co.uk

In the evening Victoria attended a reception Ambassador Annika Hahn-Englund and her husband Magnus Astberg hosted at the Swedish Embassy in Abuja. Invitees to the reception include government representatives, civil society, the Nordic colony and Sverige alumni.
Profimedia gallery

Wonderful photos from the reception

Här gör Victoria succé på poolpartyt: Vilken dancing queen!

Se kronprinsessan Victoria på dansgolvet – under det officiella besöket i Nigeria.

www.svenskdam.se

 

[LadyFinn]

The second day of the visit has started in Lagos.
Pic
Profimedia gallery

Her Royal Highness, Crown Princess Victoria Ingrid Alice Desiree of Sweden, Duchess of Vastergotland, Receives A Warm Welcome From The first Lady Of Lagos State, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu

GoldMyneVibes on Instagram: "Her Royal Highness, Crown Princess Victoria Ingrid Alice Desiree of Sweden, Duchess of Vastergotland, Receives A Warm Welcome From The first Lady Of Lagos State, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu 📍Lagos House, Marina #GoldMyneLive #Gol

6,545 likes, 47 comments - goldmynevibes on April 8, 2025: "Her Royal Highness, Crown Princess Victoria Ingrid Alice Desiree of Sweden, Duchess of Vastergotland, Receives A Warm Welcome From The first Lady Of Lagos State, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu 📍Lagos House, Marina #GoldMyneLive...

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A Meeting Of Great Importance As The Deputy Governor Of Lagos State Femi Hamzat Meet With Crown Princess Victoria Ingrid Alice Desiree of Sweden, Duchess Of Vastergotland

GoldMyneVibes on Instagram: "A Meeting Of Great Importance As The Deputy Governor Of Lagos State Femi Hamzat Meet With Crown Princess Victoria Ingrid Alice Desiree of Sweden, Duchess Of Vastergotland 📍Lagos House, Marina #GoldMyneLive #GoldMyneLiv

695 likes, 7 comments - goldmynevibes on April 8, 2025: "A Meeting Of Great Importance As The Deputy Governor Of Lagos State Femi Hamzat Meet With Crown Princess Victoria Ingrid Alice Desiree of Sweden, Duchess Of Vastergotland 📍Lagos House, Marina #GoldMyneLive #GoldMyneLiveCoverage...

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A Gesture Of Goodwill And Friendship Between Nations As The First Lady Of Lagos State, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu And The Wife Of The Deputy Governor Of Lagos State Oluremi Hamzat, Share A Glimpse Of Lagos Culture And Creativity With The Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Duchess of Vastergotland

GoldMyneVibes on Instagram: "A Gesture Of Goodwill And Friendship Between Nations As The First Lady Of Lagos State, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu And The Wife Of The Deputy Governor Of Lagos State Oluremi Hamzat, Share A Glimpse Of Lagos Culture And Creativity W

305 likes, 4 comments - goldmynevibes on April 8, 2025: "A Gesture Of Goodwill And Friendship Between Nations As The First Lady Of Lagos State, Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu And The Wife Of The Deputy Governor Of Lagos State Oluremi Hamzat, Share A Glimpse Of Lagos Culture And Creativity With The Crown...

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Victoria met Obafemi Hamzat, deputy governor of Lagos State.
Profimedia gallery

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Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday, said the State Government will strengthen its bilateral relationship with Sweden in information technology, cybersecurity and infrastructure for the benefit of residents of the State.
Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke during a courtesy visit by the Crown Princess of Sweden and her entourage at the Lagos House, Marina. The Governor, who was represented by his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hazmat, said Lagos, as the heartbeat of the country, is essential to Nigeria and important to Africa.

Official Lagos State Website | The best place to find government services and information

Lagos State Governmemnt Official Website

lagosstate.gov.ng

A video from the visit with UNICEF on Monday:
Her Royal Highness, The Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and @swedeninnigeria delegation visited the LEA Primary School, Jabi, Abuja, where UNICEF is supporting Early Childhood Care and Development Education, laying the ground #ForEveryChild to learn from the very start.
Her Royal Highness also donated Pidgin English translated copies of the Pippi Longstocking book to the children.

UNICEF Nigeria Instagramissa : "Her Royal Highness, The Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and @swedeninnigeria delegation visited the LEA Primary School, Jabi, Abuja, where UNICEF is supporting Early Childhood Care and Development Education, laying t

560 likes, 20 comments - unicef_nigeria April 8, 2025: "Her Royal Highness, The Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and @swedeninnigeria delegation visited the LEA Primary School, Jabi, Abuja, where UNICEF is supporting Early Childhood Care and Development Education, laying the ground...

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At her speech at the Ambassador's reception on Monday evening Victoria said among other things:
"I am also pleased that the Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare’s Wind Sculpture in bronze was acquired and donated in 2022 to Princess Estelle Sculpture Park in Stockholm. In the winter, its purple batik prints from Nigeria create a beautiful contrast with the white snow in Sweden. The sculpture also captures the lightness of the air, despite being crafted from solid, heavy bronze, which is quite amazing. Seeing this artwork in the heart of Stockholm makes me both happy and proud!"

H.K.H. Kronprinsessans tal vid mottagning på svenska residenset i Abuja

www.kungahuset.se

Creating memorable moments is our specialty.
Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming Her Royal Highness, Princess Victoria, the Crown Princess of Sweden and her esteemed delegation through our doors.

Radisson Blu Hotel Lagos Ikeja Instagramissa : "Creating memorable moments is our specialty. Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming Her Royal Highness, Princess Victoria, the Crown Princess of Sweden 🇸🇪 and her esteemed delegation through our door

68 likes, 9 comments - radissonblulagosikeja April 8, 2025: "Creating memorable moments is our specialty. Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming Her Royal Highness, Princess Victoria, the Crown Princess of Sweden 🇸🇪 and her esteemed delegation through our doors. Our meetings and events...

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Dr. Mrs. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu on Instagram: "I joined the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat in receiving the Crown Princess of Sweden and Duchess of Vastergotland, Her Royal Highness Victoria Ingrid Alice Desiree on a courtesy vi

241 likes, 8 comments - jokesanwoolu on April 8, 2025: "I joined the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat in receiving the Crown Princess of Sweden and Duchess of Vastergotland, Her Royal Highness Victoria Ingrid Alice Desiree on a courtesy visit to Lagos House, Marina. The...

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Victoria and Minister Andreas Carlson attended the Nigeria-Sweden Business Forum, where Victoria gave an opening speech.

#ericsson #swedennigeriabusiness #africainmotion #innovation #collaboration | Majda Lahlou Kassi

It was a true honor to participate in the Sweden business delegation to Nigeria led by HRH Crown princess Victoria together with Patrick Johansson, President Ericsson Europe, Middle East and Africa. It’s truly inspiring to see Nigeria and Sweden joining forces driving innovation, sustainability...

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Victoria said at her speech at the Business Forum among other things:
"As a representative of Sweden, I have long been looking forward to this trip. I know that I share this excitement with Minister for Infrastructure and Housing, Andreas Carlson, and our business delegation organised by Business Sweden.
Today, it is an honour for me to open the joint Sweden-Nigeria Business Forum here in Lagos. The strong presence of government representatives and business leaders from both our countries highlights the vast potential for deeper economic cooperation."

H.K.H. Kronprinsessans tal vid Sweden-Nigeria Business Forum

www.kungahuset.se

Scania Secures Major 2,000-Bus Deal with Lagos, Nigeria | Sweden Herald

Scania is to sell 2,000 biogas-powered buses to Lagos in Nigeria

swedenherald.com

Victoria also visited the studio of Nigerian designer Emmy Kasbit.
In the evening Victoria attended Business Sweden reception and the opening of Business Sweden's new trade office.

Sweden opens trade office in Lagos, aiming to boost investment - Swedish government

The Swedish government have opened a trade office in Nigeria to serve as a bridge for Swedish companies to invest in Nigeria and build relationships between both countries.

punchng.com

Victoria wore an outfit designed by Selam Fessahaye.
Pic 1 ** Pic 2

The Nigeria Sweden Fashion Show took place during the reception. The fashion show was organized by Lagos Fashion Week and the Embassy of Sweden with support from the Swedish Institute. The Swedish fashion designers Maxjenny and Selam Fessahaye and Nigerian fashion designers Emmy Kasbit and Lisa Folwaiyo participated.

Business Sweden reception and opening of Business Sweden's new trade office:'
Profimedia gallery

The Fashion Show at the reception, Victoria met the Swedish designer Maxjenny:
Profimedia gallery

Visiting the Nigerian designer Emmy Kasbit's Atelier:
Profimedia gallery

 

[An Ard Ri]

The Crown Princess at the Opening of the Swedish Trade Offices last night
PPE Agency

 

[LadyFinn]

The third and last day of the visit has started:
Victoria and Minister of Infrastructure and Housing Anderas Carlson with Ahunna Eziakonwa, UN Assistant-Secretary-General and Head of the UNDP Africa Bureau, at the UNDP Innovation Centre in Lagos.
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Ahunna Eziakonwa met Victoria at the Swedish Embassy's reception on Monday April 7:
"Truly delighted to welcome HRH Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden & UNDP Goodwill Ambassador to Nigeria
Honored to host a passionate advocate for sustainability & global development. Looking forward to our engagements as we deepen our collaboration with Sweden."

https://twitter.com/x/status/1909580459509506257

For Sweden – in style. When Crown Princess Victoria visits Nigeria, she takes the opportunity to make a splash for Swedish design. Check out her trio of summery floral outfits.

Victoria visar upp somrig svensk design i Nigeria

För Sverige – med stil. När kronprinsessan Victoria besöker Nigeria passar hon på att slå ett slag för svensk design. Spana in hennes triss i somrigt blommiga outfits.

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Field visit with UNDP:
Victoria, Minister of Infrastructure and Housing Andreas Carlson and Ahunna Eziakonwa (UN Assistant Secretary-General and Head of the UNDP Africa Bureau) visited the Tomaro archipelago in the Lagos lagoon, where 5,000 people live with their families and make a living from fishing and trade.
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Victoria visited the UNDP Innovation Centre in Lagos:

Ministerns märkliga dans framför Victoria i Afrika

Kronprinsessan Victoria, 47, är just nu på ett officiellt besök i Afrika och Nigeria.

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And the Balogun textile market in Lagos:
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From yesterday evening's reception and fashion show:

Victorias magiska utekväll – här visar hon upp sin privata superkraft

Oj – här visar Victoria upp sin privata superkraft! Se bilden på som får alla att tappa hakan.

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Bild-Extra: Här visar Victoria musklerna på modevisningen

Timmarna på gymmet med prins Daniel har gett resultet. Nu visar kronprinsessan Victoria upp sina vältränade armar.

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The Swedish Embassy published a video from its reception on Monday evening. Victoria dances along when the artists sings Abba's "Dancing Queen":

Embassy of Sweden in Nigeria on Instagram: "Thank you 🙏🏽 to friends and colleagues who honoured our invitation to be a part of a truly memorable reception held in honour of HRH Crown Princess Victoria and the Swedish Minister of Housing and Infrastru

213 likes, 13 comments - swedeninnigeria on April 9, 2025: "Thank you 🙏🏽 to friends and colleagues who honoured our invitation to be a part of a truly memorable reception held in honour of HRH Crown Princess Victoria and the Swedish Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, Andreas Carlson. The...

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Photos from the Embassy's reception:

Victoria dansar loss på festen – sprider härlig glädje i Afrika

Kronprinsessan Victoria svängde inatt loss i Afrika. På en fest i Nigeria bjöd hon plötsligt alla på en spontan dans.

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Lots of great photos and videos:
UNDP in Nigeria:

https://www.facebook.com/UNDPNigeria/posts/pfbid0F1JTxpQZUUAa7hSRdtTQX9ybVq3iPWrzrXdNZs8iE53MyBpB6u9uSoMxu3FHAnvgl

Victoria and Minister Andreas Carlson dancing:

Kronprinsessan bjöd på dans – ministern höll takten - Aftonbladet TV

Kungligt avslut på officiella besöket i Nigeria när Kronprinsessan Victoria och infrastruktur- och bostadsminister Andreas Carlson dansade loss.

tv.aftonbladet.se

Lagos State Water Transport on Instagram: "Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Duchess of Västergötland, embarked on a captivating courtesy visit to LASWA, where she set sail on LAGFERRY Omi-Bus to explore the vibrant Tomaro Community via its enchanti

44 likes, 0 comments - talktolaswa on April 9, 2025: "Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden, Duchess of Västergötland, embarked on a captivating courtesy visit to LASWA, where she set sail on LAGFERRY Omi-Bus to explore the vibrant Tomaro Community via its enchanting waterways! During this memorable...

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BellaNaija on Instagram: "HRH Crown Princess Victoria made her entrance into the distinguished company of Andreas Carlson, Sweden’s Minister of Infrastructure and Housing. #swedeninigeria #crownprincessinnigeria #BellaNaija"

338 likes, 7 comments - bellanaija on April 9, 2025: "HRH Crown Princess Victoria made her entrance into the distinguished company of Andreas Carlson, Sweden’s Minister of Infrastructure and Housing. #swedeninigeria #crownprincessinnigeria #BellaNaija".

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https://www.facebook.com/UNICEFNigeria/posts/pfbid03XfaLKf7DrcNrwwK8bm5cA2FV2ijctsqd12P4VhAnE4ToF96kZ5ek7B7YSzyaE6nl

Victoria visited the John Randle Center for Yorùbá Culture & History art museum:
Profimedia gallery

 

[Alisa]

Love the videos of a dancing Victoria. Her "I wish" statement when the singer sung "...only 17" was funny.
Nigeria is Africa's largest economy. A partnership in business, trade, and other areas makes complete sense.

 

[LadyFinn]

Love the videos of a dancing Victoria. Her "I wish" statement when the singer sung "...only 17" was funny.
Nigeria is Africa's largest economy. A partnership in business, trade, and other areas makes complete sense.

Yes, I loved the dancing too. They danced a little yesterday too.

Nya bilderna på Victoria – så här har du aldrig sett henne!

Kronprinsessan Victoria är vår nya dancing queen! Och vem hade trott att bostadsministern var en sådan danskung?

www.svenskdam.se

ᴅᴊ ꜱᴡɪᴛᴢᴇʀ on Instagram: "Truly honoured to be the DJ at the Sweden–Nigeria Business High-Level Cocktail and the opening of the Swedish Trade Office in Nigeria. A great, great privilege to be in the presence of 👑Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Vict

djswitzer_ on April 9, 2025: "Truly honoured to be the DJ at the Sweden–Nigeria Business High-Level Cocktail and the opening of the Swedish Trade Office in Nigeria. A great, great privilege to be in the presence of 👑Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden @kungahuset 👑. Grateful to...

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Färg, blommor och dans när Victoria besökte Nigeria

Sprakande färger, blommande mönster och en dansande minister. Kronprinsessan Victorias besök i Nigeria har kantats av festligheter.

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The Royal Court about the visit to Nigeria:
Monday 7 April
Victoria and and Minister Carlson were received by Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar for a bilateral meeting and a viewing of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' art exhibition.
Swedish Embassy and Residence
Victoria and the Minister visited the Swedish Embassy for a tour of the Office and the Residence. There they also met the embassy's staff.
Meeting with the Vice President
Vice President Kashim Shettima received Victoria for a bilateral meeting and subsequent roundtable discussion.
Field visit with UNICEF
Victoria and the Minister visited the LEA preschool in Jabi, Abuja, with UNICEF. They received information about the children's rights organization's work in the country.
Reception at the Swedish Residence
The first day ended with a reception at the Swedish Residence hosted by Ambassador Annika Hahn-Englund and her husband Magnus Astberg.
Tuesday 8 April
The day began in Lagos with a breakfast meeting with Business Sweden and representatives from Swedish companies operating in Nigeria.
Meeting with Lagos Deputy Governor
Victoria and the Minister met Lagos Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat. They had also a roundtable discussion with Business Sweden, Swedish companies, Team Sweden actors and Nigeria's commissioners for trade, transport, innovation and energy.
Nigeria-Sweden Business Forum
Victoria and the Minister attended the Nigeria-Sweden Business Forum.
Emmy Kasbit Atelier
Victoria visited the studio of designer Emmy Kasbit, where she works with traditional and hand-woven fabrics.
Business Sweden reception
Victoria and the Minister attended the Business Sweden reception and the opening of Business Sweden's new trade office. The Nigeria Sweden Fashion Show also took place during the reception.
Wednesday 9 April
Victoria and the Minister made a field visit to the island of Tomaro together with UNDP. They met islanders who told them about the importance of the lagoon to their existence. The lagoon provides them with fish, is used for transport and livelihoods. The islanders also told them about the challenges that climate change poses to them.
UNDP Innovation Centre
Victoria and the Minister visited the UNDP Innovation Centre where they received information about UNDP's work and met Nigerian innovators.
Market and museum
Victoria and the Minister visited Balogun, one of Africa's largest markets. In the textile market, they explored Yoruba and Nigerian fabrics in order to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of fabrics in Nigerian culture and society.
Victoria and the Minister visited the John Randle Centre for Yorùbá Culture & History, where they were welcomed in traditional Yoruba style with drums, music and dance and got a tour at the museum.

Kronprinsessan på officiellt besök till Nigeria

Den 7–9 april 2025 genomförde Kronprinsessan ett officiellt besök i Nigeria tillsammans med statsrådet Andreas Carlson. Resan gjordes på önskemål av regeringen och syftet var att befästa och utveckla den bilaterala relationen mellan Sverige och Nigeria.

www.kungahuset.se

Climate adaptation and innovation in focus as UNDP Goodwill Ambassador HRH Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden visits Lagos, Nigeria

Klimatanpassning och innovation i fokus när UNDP:s goodwill-ambassadör HKH Kronprinsessan Victoria av Sverige besökte Lagos, Nigeria

Lagos, 9 april 2025 – Hennes Kungliga Höghet Kronprinsessan Victoria besökte Lagos, Nigeria i egenskap av goodwill-ambassadör för FN:s utvecklingsprogram...

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Lagos State on Instagram: "Crown Princess of Sweden Visits John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History The Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, alongside the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Olanrewaju Bajul

130 likes, 0 comments - lagosstategovt on April 10, 2025: "Crown Princess of Sweden Visits John Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History The Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, alongside the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Olanrewaju Bajulaiye, and...

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#timbuktoo #swedennigeria #crownprincessvictoria #timbuktooinitiative⦠| Tracy Okoro Isaac

Thrilled and deeply honored to share an incredible experience! ð³ð¬ð¸ðª This week, I had the distinct privilege of being invited by the Embassy of Sweden in Nigeria to meet Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria Ingrid Alice Désirée of Sweden during her visit to Nigeria. What made this...

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Sweden Crown Princess Visits John Randle Centre For Yoruba Culture And History - P.M.EXPRESS

The Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, alongside the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Olanrewaju Bajulaiye, and Directors of the Ministry, warmly received Her Royal Highness, Crown Princess Victoria Ingrid Alice Désirée of Sweden and Duchess of...

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Victorias resegarderob: 4 klänningar, 6 väskor och 7 par skor!

Fyra klänningar, sex väskor och sju par skor. Kolla in kronprinsessan Victorias packade för fyra dagar i 35-gradershettan i Nigeria.

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[LadyFinn]

Victoria visits Finland today and tomorrow with The Swedish Business Council for Total Defence and Crisis Preparedness, led by Minister for Civil Defence Carl-Oskar Bohlin. The government is also represented by Minister for Defence Pål Jonson and Daniel Liljeberg, State Secretary to the Minister of Rural Affairs.
The purpose of the visit is to gain insight into how Finland works with private-public collaboration and to exchange experiences on security of supply between the participants in the Swedish and Finnish councils. The visit is arranged together with the Finnish National Emergency Supply Agency.

Victoria meets President Alexander Stubb at the President's residence in Munkkiniemi at 18.55.
Live broadcast:

Suora lähetys: Tasavallan presidentti Alexander Stubb tapaa Ruotsin kruununprinsessa Victorian | Yle Uutiset suora

Tasavallan presidentti Alexander Stubb tapaa Ruotsin kruununprinsessa Victorian tasavallan presidentin virka-asunnolla Munkkiniemessä tiistaina 22.huhtikuuta kello 18.45.

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The President and mrs Suzanne Innes-Stubb welcomed Victoria. The President told to the media that there were people outside the residence, waiting for Victoria.
Victoria arrived with Peter Ericson, the Swedish Ambassador to Finland.

Photos of Victoria with the Presidential Couple. Victoria has the brooch the former President, Tarja Halonen, has designed and given to her.
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Prinsessa Victorian asussa loistaa suomalainen yksityiskohta

Kruununprinsessa Victoria saapui tiistaina Suomeen. IS seuraa vierailua hetki hetkeltä.

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Prinsessa Victoria on Suomessa!

Ruotsin kruununprinsessa Victoria vierailee tiistaina ja keskiviikkona Suomessa.

www.iltalehti.fi

Prinsessa Victoria saapui presidentti Stubbin vieraaksi Munkkiniemeen

Ruotsin kruununprinsessa Victoria on Suomessa kaksipäiväisellä työvierailulla tutustumassa muun muassa huoltovarmuuteen.

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After the meeting with the Presidential couple Victoria goes to the dinner at the Ambassador's residence.
Victoria arrived to the residence:
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The Office of the President published these photos:
Pic 1 ** Pic 2 ** Pic 3 ** Pic 4 ** Pic 5

https://www.facebook.com/alexanderstubb/posts/pfbid02YWXQ1gchoTG85nPcVt4iyNL8nehxHfJViRKedDMD27QRFggKYWAAmWPHb7HRqansl

Kuvat ja video: Ruotsin kruununprinsessa Victoria tapasi Stubbin Helsingissä

Kruununprinsessa Victoria pysähtyi ottamaan kuvia yhdessä presidentin ja hänen puolisonsa Suzanne Innes-Stubbin kanssa.

www.mtvuutiset.fi

Presidentti vastaanotti Victorian hilpeästi – video!

Kruununprinsessa aloitti vierailunsa.

www.seiska.fi

 

[LadyFinn]

From yesterday:

Victorias vårlook! Här gör hon comeback efter semestern

Kronprinsessan Victoria på charmbesök hos finska presidenten – med påsksolbränna och extraglammig knut!

www.svenskdam.se

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Victoria stayed the night at the Hanasaari Swedish-Finnish Cultural Centre, which also has its own hotel.

Victoria started her second day in Finland early in the morning, at 08.00 at the Cultural Centre, by attending a conference about the security of the emergency supply.
Opening speeches were given by Finland's Minister of Economic Affairs Wille Rydman, Sweden's Minister for Civil Defence Carl-Oskar Bohlin and Minister for Defence Pål Jonson, and Janne Känkänen, CEO of the Finnish National Emergency Supply Agency, the Finnish authority for ensuring the functioning of society in the event of disruptions.
Arriving to the conference
Pic 1 ** Pic 2

At 8:45, Janne Känkänen, CEO of the Finnish National Emergency Supply Agency, along with Aki Liaho and Heli Tammivuori, gives a presentation on security of supply and resilience in Finland.
At 10:00, the conference has a coffee break.
At 10:20, a discussion session begins between representatives of the Swedish business community and Finnish security of supply experts. The discussion session will include group discussions on preparedness and, among other things, the protection of critical infrastructure.
The conference participants have lunch in Hanasaari at 12:00.
After lunch, the conference guests go to the Finnish National Emergency Supply Agency's facility, which is related to energy preparedness. Sturdy and practical shoes are recommended for the visit.
At 15:30, coffee is served to the conference guests and the conference will hold closing remarks.
The visit ends according to the program at 16:30.

Kruununprinsessa Victoria saapui Hanasaareen Suomen väreissä – IL seuraa

Ruotsin kruununprinsessa Victoria vierailee parhaillaan Suomessa.

www.iltalehti.fi

Prinsessa Victorian asussa loistaa suomalainen yksityiskohta

Kruununprinsessa Victoria saapui tiistaina Suomeen. IS seuraa vierailua hetki hetkeltä.

www.is.fi

Se bilder från kronprinsessan Victorias besök på Hanaholmen

Kronprinsessan Victorias två dagar långa besök i Finland fortsätter.

yle.fi

Huomasitko? Victoria koristi asunsa suomalaisella klassikolla

Kruununprinsessa Victoria pukeutui Hanasaaren-vierailullaan asuun, jossa on suomalainen yksityiskohta.

www.iltalehti.fi

Kuvat: Victoria edusti edullisessa ketjumuodissa

Kruununprinsessa Victoria luotti suomalaismerkin koruun.

www.is.fi

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Victoria was delighted by a journalist's Eurovision Song Contest question. She was briefly photographed, smiling broadly. She greeted the media briefly. She was asked one question in Swedish after the photos were taken:
– The Crown Princess, one question about Finnish-Swedish cooperation?
The journalist asked what Victoria thought of the Finnish band KAJ and it's song Bara bada bastu, with what they represent Sweden at the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. The question caused laughter. Victoria also laughed at the question but said only:
– Now it's time for a completely different kind of cooperation.

Toimittajan kysymys Euroviisuista sai prinsessa Victorian remahtamaan nauruun

Ruotsin prinsessa Victoria vierailee Suomessa. Hän ilahtui toimittajan kysymyksestä.

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About the lunch:
– The Crown Princess wished to eat the same conference lunch that would be served to other conference guests, Hanaholmen Hotel Manager Kai Mattson tells Iltalehti.
So Victoria eats Finnish fried rainbow trout with remoulade sauce and salads. The dessert table will feature almond cake and chocolate mousse.
– This is in line with our food philosophy: our meat and fish are Finnish whenever possible. We have been in contact with the court and everything has been discussed in a very good spirit, he continues, Mattson says.

Tämä oli kruununprinsessa Victorian toive lounaspöytään

Kruununprinsessa Victorialle tarjotaan suomalaista ruokaa.

www.iltalehti.fi

Breakfast waitress Ghita Serko-Rikala had a memorable day. Victoria appeared at the breakfast buffet at Hotel Hanasaari among other customers just after 7.00. Serko-Rikala tells that she welcomed Victoria and asked if she wanted coffee. Victoria was very happy and positive, a very lovely person. Serko-Rikala wished her a nice day.
Victoria had hoped that her arrival for breakfast would not be marked by special preparations, that everything would be as usual. Therefore, there was a completely normal buffet table and other hotel guests at the breakfast. Victoria went to chat with them. The atmosphere around Victoria and the entire delegation was “overall positive and happy. They must have slept well here.”

Victorian vierailu | Victoria ilmestyi hotellin aamiaisbuffettiin Espoossa

Kruununprinsessa Victoria oli toivonut, että kaikki olisi aamiaisella kuten tavallisestikin, kertoo tarjoilija Ghita Serko-Rikala.

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Historic Meeting in Finnish-Swedish Supply Security Cooperation
The National Emergency Supply Agency (NESA) has presented Finland’s supply security and its development over recent years to Sweden’s Business Council for Total Defense and Crisis Preparedness. The study trip, led by Minister of Civil Defense Carl-Oskar Bohlin, highlighted many aspects of interest to the Swedish business community. The visit, organized by NESA and the Swedish Ministry of Defense, was also attended by Crown Princess Victoria.

Historic Meeting in Finnish-Swedish Supply Security Cooperation - Huoltovarmuuskeskus

The National Emergency Supply Agency (NESA) has presented Finland’s supply security and its development over recent years to Sweden’s Business Council for Total Defense and Crisis Preparedness.

www.huoltovarmuuskeskus.fi

Finland's Minister of Economic Affairs Wille Rydman posted a photo with Victoria at the dinner at the Ambassador's residence yesterday:
"Yesterday a nice dinner in good company."

Wille Rydman on Instagram: "Igår en trevlig middag i gott sällskap."

96 likes, 0 comments - wille.rydman on April 22, 2025: "Igår en trevlig middag i gott sällskap.".

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The Hanasaari Swedish-Finnish Cultural Centre at its Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/Hanaholmen.kulttuurikeskus/posts/pfbid02ZgteX2MpeEP9ur1KHMfvUGdvjk6GjrJq3itYzykmGXVruoELgxUHMmBoYWJNt3s2l

The Royal Court:

Försörjningsberedskap i fokus när Kronprinsessan besöker Finland

Den 22–23 april besökte Kronprinsessan Finland tillsammans med näringslivsrådet för totalförsvar och krisberedskap.

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Victoria's speech at the dinner yesterday evening:

H.K.H. Kronprinsessans tal vid middagen på svenska residenset i Helsingfors

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[iceflower]

Today, April 24, Crown Princess Victoria visited the Nya Elementar primary school in Bromma for the litter picking campaign arranged by the Keep Sweden Tidy Foundation:


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[LadyFinn]

Victoria visited Nya Elementar primary school in Bromma, Stockholm today to mark the litter picking days arranged by the Keep Sweden Tidy Foundation.
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This afternoon Victoria awarded the Vega Medal to professor Marisol de la Cadena, University of California, Davis. Marisol de la Cadena is a Peruvian anthropologist who has made significant contributions to the anthropology of Indigenous peoples and the environment, theoretically situated at the intersection of Science and Technology Studies (STS), feminist theory, and political ecology.
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English | SSAG | Svenska Sällskapet för Antropologi och Geografi

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The Vega Medal was instituted in 1880 by the Swedish Society for Anthropology and Geography. The King is the Society's patron.

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Tarja Halonen, the former President of Finland, commented to the Finnish media of Victoria wearing the brooch she has designed at the meeting with President Alexander Stubb on Tuesday.
Halonen says that the brooch was inspired by the orbits of the planets and has the idea that we need to take care of our planet. Only a few pieces have been made and she has given them to some close people, such as Victoria and Queen Silvia.
Halonen gave the brooch to Victoria at her and Daniel's visit to Finland in 2010. Victoria seemed to immediately fall in love with the personal gift, as she wore the brooch with her outfit when the couple visited Lahti. Halonen is pleased that Victoria is still using her gift and says that the Swedish royals have a very considerate protocol. She and queen Silvia also had something in common: they are about the same age and have daughters of the same age.

Prinsessa valitsi asuunsa erityisen korun â âHyvin huomaavaistaâ, sanoo Tarja Halonen

Ruotsin kruununprinsessa Victoria on vaatteilla viestimisen mestari. Tämänkertaisella Suomen-vierailulla se näkyi väreissä, koruissa ja vaatteiden merkeissä.

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The Royal Court about the awarding of the Vega Medal

Kronprinsessan delade ut Vegamedaljen

Den 24 april delade Kronprinsessan ut Vegamedaljen vid en ceremoni på Kungl. Slottet.

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Good photos from Victoria's visit to Nya Elementar primary school to mark the litter picking days arranged by the Keep Sweden Tidy Foundation.

Victorias vårpromenad med barnen – se härliga bilderna!

Kronprinsessan Victoria gör som kungen. Häromdagen var hon ute med barnen och plockade skräp. Allt om Kungligt har de fina bilderna.

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Kronprinsessan Victorias fina utflykt med barnen – rörande bilderna!

Kronprinsessan hade en fin dag med barnen under den soliga torsdagsförmiddagen.

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Good photos from the Vega Medal ceremony

Kronprinsessan delade ut Vegamedaljen - GALA magasin

Tidigare idag delade Kronprinsessan ut Vegamedaljen vid en ceremoni på Slottet. Vegamedaljen instiftades 1880 av Svenska Sällskapet för Antropologi och Geografi (SSAG) som Kungen är …

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Stiftelsen Håll Sverige Rent (Keep Sweden Tidy Foundation) about Victoria's visit to Nya Elementar school within the framework of the Litter Picking Days, Sweden's largest campaign against littering:
Victoria met with students in grade 4. They went out in and around the schoolyard to pick up litter. Inside the classroom they discussed about the children's trash artwork, where questions about littering, the environment and biodiversity were in focus.
School's deputy principal Karin Ring says: Victoria getting involved in the students' litter picking and listening to their thoughts makes them understand that what they are doing is important. CEO of Keep Sweden Tidy Johanna Ragnartz says: When children see adult role models like Victoria getting involved in environmental issues, both their knowledge and their ability to act grow.

Kronprinsessan deltar i Skräpplockardagarna – engagerar sig tillsammans med skolbarn | Håll Sverige Rent

Torsdagen den 24 april besökte Kronprinsessan Victoria skolan Nya Elementar i Stockholm tillsammans med Stiftelsen Håll Sverige Rent. Besöket genomfördes inom ramen för Skräpplockardagarna, Sveriges största kampanj mot nedskräpning, där just nu över en halv miljon barn och unga deltar i år.

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Video of the visit to Nya Elementar school and picking litter.

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria attends this evening the Swedish Institute in Rome's 100th anniversary celebration at Prince Eugen's Waldemarsudde.
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Profimedia gallery

The Royal Court at its website:
On 8 May 1925, at a meeting at the Royal Palace, the Swedish Institute in Rome was founded. Crown Prince Gustaf (VI) Adolf was one of the initiators of the institute and the first chairman of the board. The aim was primarily to promote ancient scholarship, but the institute would also: serve the interests of humanistic research and the arts.

Kronprinsessan vid Svenska institutet i Roms 100-årsjubileum

Torsdagen den 8 maj närvarade Kronprinsessan vid Svenska institutet i Roms jubileumshögtid som ägde rum på Prins Eugens Waldemarsudde i Stockholm.

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Victoria hedrade Rom med besök när påven valdes

En sån slump. Nya påven presenterades för världen under torsdagskvällen. Samtidigt hedrade kronprinsessan Victoria Svenska institutet i Rom.

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[iceflower]

Here's an additional gallery of this evening's celebration:


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[An Ard Ri]

Here are a few more photos from the Swedish Institute in Rome's 100th anniversary celebration last night.
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[LadyFinn]

Victoria attended this evening the annual meeting of The Friends of Nordiska Museet and Skansen at Skånska Gruvan. Skånska Gruvan, the stunning building was once built as an exhibition pavilion at the Stockholm Exhibition of 1897 – and was actually inaugurated by Victoria's great-great-grandfather King Oscar II.

Victorias härliga vårkväll – ute på Djurgården

Här dyker kronprinsessan Victoria upp på Djurgården i Stockholm.

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The Friends of Nordiska Museet and Skansen tells at its website:
1997 - The Crown Princess's time & the 21st century
In 1997, Crown Princess Victoria became our First Honorary Member – and since then she has graced our annual meetings with her presence almost every year. Since 2004 she has graced every annual meeting in May with her presence (with the sole exception of when Prince Oscar was born).

Kronprinsessans tid & 2000-talet - Nordiska museets & Skansens vänner

1997 blir Kronprinsessan Victoria vår första hedersledamot – och sedan dess har hon nästan varje år hedrat våra årsmöten med sin närvaro. 1998 därpå grundas tidningen Artur, och under 2000-talet fortsätter samfundet att blomstra, med flest medlemmar någonsin.

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[iceflower]

Here are some additional photos of yesterday evening:


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Nordiska museets och Skansens vänners årssammankomst

Den 12 maj deltog Kronprinsessan vid Nordiska museets och Skansens vänners årssammankomst som ägde rum i Skånska gruvan , Skansen.

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Victoria visited today the Swedish Red Cross Adult Education Center in Skärholmen, Stockholm.
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The Swedish Red Cross Adult Education Center about the visit:
"Today we had a royal visit to the folk high school! Crown Princess Victoria was given a presentation on how the Swedish Red Cross works locally, nationally and internationally with security, preparedness and humanitarian law.
We offered the best we have, our course participants! They made us all teary-eyed with their moving testimonies about what the studies have meant to them and the added value of being part of the Swedish Red Cross's work here in Skärholmen. The Crown Princess showed great interest in the participants and gave encouraging words along the way."

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Victoria delivered today the Crown Princess Margareta's Veteran Reserve Foundation's Medal of Merit for 2025 to Ronny Svensson and Anncharlotte Nilsson at the Foundation's meeting.
Crown Prince Gustaf Adolf was the foundation's chairman for the first 30 years. He then appointed Prince Bertil as the new chairman. Victoria has been the Chairman since 2009.
The foundation annually awards grants to project-oriented activities within voluntary defense activities.

Kronprinsessan delade ut medaljer vid möte med Landstormsfonden

Den 14 maj deltog Kronprinsessan i ett sammanträde med styrelsen för Stiftelsen Kronprinsessan Margaretas Landstormsfond, som Kronprinsessan är ordförande i.

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Victoria attended on Wednesday evening an event to support Ukrainian culture, organized by the Ukrainian Institute.
She was welcomed by the Institute's Director, Natalya Pasichnyk and during the visit she received information about the Ukrainian Institute's activities and the history of Ukraine.
Finally, Natalya Pasichnyk and Nazar Plyska performed Carpathian Rhapsody by Myroslav Skoryk on piano and violin.
The Ukrainian Institute in Sweden is a cultural diplomatic organization founded in 2014 by Ukrainian-Swedish concert pianist Natalya Pasichnyk.

Kronprinsessan vid evenemang för ukrainsk kultur

Den 14 maj närvarade Kronprinsessan vid ett evenemang för att stödja ukrainsk kultur, arrangerat av Ukrainska institutet.

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Victoria met on Wednesday also representatives from the World Wide Fund for Nature WWF.