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His Majesty King Harald V (1937–2026)

The Storting has received with sadness the news that His Majesty King Harald V has passed away.

“We have lost our beloved king, and the whole nation is in mourning. King Harald ruled in the spirit of the royal motto “We give our all for Norway”. His work was characterized by closeness to the people, and in our grief, we also carry with us gratitude and deep respect for the unifying way in which he has exercised his duties. Our deepest condolences go to the family,” says President of the Storting, Masud Gharahkhani.

Former Crown Prince Haakon at the ceremonial opening of the 165th Storting on 2nd October 2020. Photo: The Storting, Morten Brakestad.

King Haakon to take the Oath of Allegiance before the Storting on 1st September

His Majesty King Haakon VIII will take the Oath of Allegiance to the Constitution in the Storting Chamber on Tuesday 1st September at 1300.

President of the Storting, Masud Gharahkhani. Photo: Storting, Peter Mydske.

The President of the Storting’s words of remembrance on the occasion of the death of King Harald

“King Harald’s love for the people touched the entire nation,” said the President of the Storting Masud Gharahkhani when he spoke on the occasion of the death of His Majesty King Harald V.

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