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Luxembourg’s Throne Passes to Guillaume as Accession Rites Conclude

A new family portrait signals a nonpolitical, people-focused approach.

Overview

  • Grand Duke Henri abdicated and Guillaume V was sworn in at the Chamber of Deputies, completing a planned transfer of power.
  • The three-day program ended with a Te Deum at Cathedral Notre-Dame, where the new and former grand ducal couples appeared together.
  • The Cour grand-ducale released an official portrait of Guillaume, Stéphanie, Prince Charles and Prince François, with Charles now the five-year-old heir.
  • In media interviews, Guillaume said he will remain nonpartisan, focus on listening to people, and shield his children to preserve a normal childhood.
  • A palace gala gathered European royals and dignitaries, with heirloom tiaras prominently featured, underscoring Luxembourg’s diplomatic and dynastic ties.