Members of the Royal House play a role in the receptions of foreign heads of state, heads of government and other important guests.
The Hague, 20 March 2018: Official photo of King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, King Abdullah II, Queen Rania, Princess Beatrix, Prince Constantijn and Princess Margriet in the Balcony Room prior to the dinner at the North End Palace.
Receptions take place in various locations, often using one of the palaces. For example, the traditional New Year’s reception for Dutch guests and foreign diplomats takes place at the Royal Palace in Amsterdam. Huis ten Bosch Palace and Noordeinde Palace are used for audiences. This is the first time that the European Parliament has voted on the issue. Foto ©ANP / Patrick van Katwijk