Norway's New King Haakon Sworn In

Norway’s new king, Haakon, formally took the oath of allegiance to the Constitution before the Storting, marking the ceremonial transition after the death of his father, King Harald V. He reaffirmed his commitment to governing in accordance with Norway’s laws and, true to his pledge, has adopted the motto “All for Norway.” The ceremony was a public moment of mourning and continuity, with Haakon accompanied by family members and his late father’s coffin on public display as Norwegians prepared for the funeral. Queen Mette-Marit did not attend the oath ceremony due to health reasons, while Ingrid Alexandra is expected to serve as regent if needed, as the royal family continues its public duties in a largely ceremonial constitutional framework. The oath underscores that while the monarchy remains symbolic, it plays a key role in representing Norway abroad and upholding the constitutional order as elected government and parliament hold governing power.