King Haakon VIII of Norway Swears Oath of Allegiance to the Constitution
Ascending the throne following his father's death, King Haakon VIII took the oath of allegiance to the constitution at a ceremony held in parliament.
Norway's new king, Haakon VIII, took an oath of allegiance to the constitution in a ceremony held in parliament following the passing of his father, King Harald V.
Oath-Taking Ceremony Held in Parliament
King Haakon VIII took over the rule of the Scandinavian country on Tuesday following his father's 35-year reign, swearing loyalty to the constitution in parliament.
King Haakon VIII's Oath
Following the official announcement by Storting President Masud Gharahkhani, 53-year-old King Haakon pledged to rule in accordance with the constitution and the laws.
Funeral and Visitation Schedule
King Harald V's coffin will be kept in the royal palace chapel in Oslo and opened for public visitation until the funeral on September 9.
Condition of Queen Mette-Marit
Queen Mette-Marit, who experienced complications following a lung transplant, could not attend the swearing-in ceremony as she was kept under observation upon her doctors' advice.