Norway's new king, Haakon VIII, takes constitutional oath

Haakon VIII becomes King of Norway following the death of his father, Harald V, on Friday.

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He took the constitutional oath during an official ceremony marking his accession to the throne.

His reign begins amid a monarchical transition and institutional continuity.

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