Norway’s new King Haakon VIII has sworn the constitutional oath of allegiance before Parliament in Oslo, marking the first major institutional ceremony of his reign.
Haakon automatically became king following the death of his father, King Harald V, who died at the age of 89 after more than three decades on the throne.
During the ceremony, King Haakon pledged to govern Norway in accordance with the country’s Constitution and laws, formally accepting the responsibilities of the monarchy.
He then addressed Parliament for the first time as king, reflecting on the relationship between the royal family and Norway’s democratic institutions.
Haakon expressed hope that he could maintain the close cooperation between the monarchy and Parliament established during the reigns of King Harald V, King Olav V and King Haakon VII.
The new monarch has also adopted the royal motto, “Everything for Norway,” signaling his commitment to the country and its people.
Unlike monarchies that hold elaborate coronations, Norway follows a more restrained tradition, with the constitutional oath serving as a key formal moment for the new reign.
The ceremony marks a historic transition for Norway as Haakon begins his time on the throne following the death of his father.
With the oath now completed, King Haakon VIII starts a new chapter for Norway’s constitutional monarchy, promising continuity while bringing his own approach to the role.
