The King holds formal audiences

On 28 March, The King received four new envoys during formal audiences at the Royal Palace.

The King with Thailand's ambassador Arunrung Phothong Humphreys.

The King with Thailand's ambassador Arunrung Phothong Humphreys. Photo: Lisa Raihle Rehbäck/The Royal Court of Sweden

It is accepted international practice that a new ambassador in a country is always given the opportunity to meet the head of state, although the ceremonies vary in different countries. In Sweden, the reception of a foreign envoy follows a traditional ceremony, and is quite unique with its centuries old traditions.

The foreign envoys received by The King during the formal audiences were:

  • Thailand's ambassador Arunrung Phothong Humphreys
  • The Holy See's apostolic nuncio Julio Murat
  • Austria's ambassador Doris Danler
  • Djibouti's ambassador Aden Mohamed Dileita

The envoys from Thailand, the Holy See and Djibouti were accredited via special arrangements earlier this year, but had the opportunity to attend formal audiences with The King during today's ceremonies.

Orders

When The King received Thailand's ambassador, he wore the Order of the Rajamitrabhorn. When receiving the Holy See's apostolic nuncio, The King wore the Order and Chain of Pope Pius IX. The King wore the Order of Merit of the Austrian Republic during his audience with Austria's ambassador.

The King with the Holy See's apostolic nuncio Julio Murat.

The King with the Holy See's apostolic nuncio Julio Murat. Photo: Lisa Raihle Rehbäck/The Royal Court of Sweden

The King with Austria's ambassador Doris Danler.

The King with Austria's ambassador Doris Danler. Photo: Lisa Raihle Rehbäck/The Royal Court of Sweden

Djibouti's ambassador Aden Mohamed Dileita is received by The King.

Djibouti's ambassador Aden Mohamed Dileita is received by The King. Photo: Lisa Raihle Rehbäck/The Royal Court of Sweden

Djibouti's new ambassador Aden Mohamed Dileita is received in the Inner Courtyard.

Djibouti's new ambassador Aden Mohamed Dileita is received in the Inner Courtyard. Photo: Henrik Garlöv/The Royal Court of Sweden

Crown Equerry Mertil Melin observes the arrival of the cortège in the Inner Courtyard.

Crown Equerry Mertil Melin observes the arrival of the cortège in the Inner Courtyard. Photo: Henrik Garlöv/The Royal Court of Sweden