31 January 2023

Diplomatic reception at the Royal Palace

On 31 January, The Queen and The Crown Princess held a diplomatic reception for ambassadors from Tunisia, Pakistan, Argentina, India, the Dominican Republic and Kazakhstan.

Ambassador of the Dominican Republic Lourdes Victoria-Kruse is welcomed in Princess Sibylla's Apartments.

Ambassador of the Dominican Republic Lourdes Victoria-Kruse is welcomed in Princess Sibylla's Apartments. Photo: Henrik Garlöv/The Royal Court of Sweden

A few times a year, newly-appointed ambassadors and their spouses are given the opportunity to meet members of the Royal Family during a reception at the Royal Palace.

The Queen and The Crown Princess welcome the Ambassador of India, Tanmaya Lal and his wife Sumita Lal to the Royal Palace.

The Queen and The Crown Princess welcome the Ambassador of India, Tanmaya Lal and his wife Sumita Lal to the Royal Palace. Photo: Henrik Garlöv/The Royal Court of Sweden

The first time newly-appointed ambassadors meet The King is when they submit their credentials during a formal audience. At the diplomatic reception, they also have the chance to meet other ambassadors, as well as representatives from the Ministry for Foreign Affairs.