The two-day conference was organized by the Netherlands-African Business Council (NABC) and African Studies Centre (ASC) in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs according to RVD.
The Africa Works! conference focuses on “…Africa’s position in the world, and looks at the opportunities for African and Dutch entrepreneurs and investors.”
On October 25, 2012,Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands participated in a farewell ceremony for Italian President, Mr. Giorgio Napolitano, held at the Paleis Noordeinde in Den Haag.
On October 23, 2012, Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands welcomed the President of Italy, Mr. Giorgio Napolitano and his wife, Clio, to Paleis Noordeinde in Den Haag. President Napolitano is on a four-day state visit to the Netherlands at the invitation of Her Majesty Queen Beatrix.
According to RVD:
“President Napolitano will met with the Italian community living in the Netherlands. In the evening, Her Majesty Queen Beatrix will host a gala state banquet at Palace Noordeinde. His Royal Highness Prince Willem-Alexander of Orange, Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet and Professor Pieter van Vollenhoven will also attend.”
Click here to watch a video as well as to view photos. Click here to view photos from this evening’s gala state banquet.
The prince along with hundreds of attendees also celebrated the 25th anniversary of the museum in the “… current synagogue complex and the festive launch of the Jewish Cultural Quarter” according to RVD.
To learn more about the Joods Historisch Museum please visit their official website here.
On October 12, 2012, Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands presented the 2012 Vrije Schilderkunst (2012 Royal Awards for Painting) to four young artists held at the Paleis Amsterdam. Each of the artists also received 6,500 Euros.
According to RVD, the prize was “… established in 1871 by William III as Royal Grant, which was intended as an incentive for young talent in the field of painting.”
During the meeting and reception the princess received a book from the members of the club entitled, Trots zijn op wie je bent (Being Proud of Who You Are). According to RVD, the book is “…is based on their story about bullying and looking different.”
Upon his arrival the prince was warmly greeted by locals as well the administrators of the Tiphof. According to RVD:
“The Tiphof Village is the only community property in Geesbrug. It houses a thriving club and venue for activities. Young and old come together here to cook, play games or join in on Zumba classes, sing in the choir, and more. The village, which is run by 35 volunteers, also has a youth club, which is run by a separate youth directors.”
The Royal Correspondent 
