Succession in Norway: Prince Haakon becomes King Haakon VIII

Following the death of King Harald V of Norway at the age of 89, Crown Prince Haakon ascended to the throne and took the name Haakon VIII.

Change of Throne and the New King

Following the death of King Harald V on Friday at the age of 89, 53-year-old Crown Prince Haakon became the new king with the title of Haakon VIII. He adopted the motto "Everything for Norway," which dates back to his great-grandfather.

Titles in the Royal Family

With this change of throne, the new king's wife assumed the title of Queen Mette-Marit, while their eldest child, Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra, became the heir to the throne.

Education and Military Background

The new King Haakon received his bachelor's degree in political science from the University of California, Berkeley, and earned his master's degree in development studies from the London School of Economics.

Challenges Faced by the Monarchy

Among the new king's primary tasks are stabilizing the monarchy, whose popularity has declined in recent years, and rebuilding public support.