On Saturday, November 30, 2013, Their Imperial Majesties Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan arrived in New Delhi, India to begin their six-day official tour. The purpose of the imperial visit is to strengthen bilateral and diplomatic ties between the Japan and India.

Upon their arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport Their Imperial Majesties were warmly welcomed by Prime Minister of India, Mr. Manmohan Singh, accompanied by his wife, Ms. Gursharan Kaur, as well as dozens of Indian government officials.

According to the newspaper, The Hindu, on Sunday Emperor Akihito will visit:

“…Lodhi Garden and Monday [he will attend] a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan followed by a visit to Raj Ghat.

The main event of the day will be the meeting with the President, the customary banquet followed by the farewell tête-à-tête. After spending another day in the capital, the Japanese imperial couple will leave for Chennai and depart for Japan from there on the night of December 5.”

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Monaco Princely Family

News Regarding Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Stephanie of Monaco. (VIDEO)

November 30, 2013 Alexandra

On Friday, November 29, 2013, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco, Her Serene Highness Princess Stephanie of Monaco accompanied by her eldest daughter, Miss Pauline Ducruet, arrived at the Musée Océanographique in Monaco to attend a “…ceremony of remembrance ahead World AIDS Day 2013 on December 1st…”

During the ceremony, the princely family along with dozens of attendees viewed eight quilts made in tribute to those who lost their fight against the AIDS virus.

In the evening, Prince Albert II attended opening of the 1st Monte-Carlo Whisky Conference. For more information about the opening please click here.

Imperial Family of Japan

His Imperial Highness Prince Akishino of Japan Holds a Press Conference on the Occasion of His 48th Birthday. (VIDEOS)

November 29, 2013 Alexandra

On November 29, 2013, His Imperial Highness Prince Akishino of Japan accompanied by his wife, Princess Kiko, held a press conference ahead of his 48th birthday.

During the press conference the second son of Their Imperial Majesties Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan spoke about his life, wishes for his children, and his parents.

Imperial Family of Japan

His Imperial Highness Prince Akishino of Japan Holds a Press Conference on the Occasion of His 48th Birthday. (VIDEOS)

November 29, 2013 Alexandra

On November 29, 2013, His Imperial Highness Prince Akishino of Japan accompanied by his wife, Princess Kiko, held a press conference ahead of his 48th birthday.

During the press conference the second son of Their Imperial Majesties Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan spoke about his life, wishes for his children, and his parents.

British Royals

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh Visit the Windsor Guildhall.

November 29, 2013 Alexandra

On November 29, 2013, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh arrived at the Windsor Guildhall to attend the “…dedication of the pair of stained glass windows, commissioned by the Royal Albert Institute Trust, to commemorate Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee…” according to the British royal court.

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Swedish Royals

News Regarding HRH Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden. (VIDEO)

November 29, 2013 Alexandra

On Friday, November 29, 2013, Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden attended the inauguration of the Varberg Energi heating plant in Varberg. During the visit the crown princess was informed about the company’s “…commitment to sustainable district heating through renewable energy…” according to the Swedish royal court.

After the inauguration, Crown Princess Victoria attended a luncheon hosted by the Governor of the province of Halland, Mr. Lars-Erik Lövdén, and other local officials.

In the afternoon, the crown princess visited the Campus Varberg and the Alexandersoninstitutet.

And, that’s it. 🙂

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Dutch Royal Family

His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands Receives Three Special Biographies. (VIDEOS)

November 29, 2013 Alexandra 4 Comments

On November 29, 2013, His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands received three special biographies, published in celebration of the bicentenary year of the Koninkrijk der Nederlanden (Kingdom of the Netherlands), at the Nieuwe Kerk in Amsterdam.

The three biographies concerns his ancestors: Willem I, Willem II, and William III. The books were written by three Dutch historians: Mr. Jeroen Koch (Koning Willem I: 1772-1843), Mr. Jeroen van Zanten (Koning Willem II: 1792-1849), and Mr. Dik van der Meulen (Koning Willem III: 1817-1890).

According to RVD, the authors received special permission from the former Her Majesty Queen Beatrix to have unlimited access to the Koninklijk Huisarchief (Royal Archives) to help them in their research of the three kings.

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