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Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden
Carl XVI Gustaf is King of Sweden since 15 September 1973. Having reigned for 53 years, he is the longest-reigning monarch in Swedish history and the second longest-serving current head of state.
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2026· 14 entries
guardian.ng: Akande resumes as ambassador to Sweden as Nigeria targets Nordic investments
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Blueprint Newspapers: Nigeria targets expanded investments as Akande begins Sweden mission
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New Telegraph: Nigeria’s Ambassador Lola Akande Presents Letters Of Credence To King Of Sweden
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The Sun Nigeria: Nigeria moves to deepen Nordic trade, investment ties as Akande assumes Sweden mission
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Independent Newspaper Nigeria: Nigeria Seeks Expanded Nordic Investments As Ambassador Akande Assumes Duty In Sweden
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UNU | United Nations University: Professor Kaveh Madani Received 2026 Stockholm Water Prize from King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden
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Town & Country Magazine: Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf Shares His Condolences Following the Death of Princess Astrid of Norway
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Turkmenportal.com: The President of Turkmenistan congratulated King Carl XVI Gustaf on Sweden's National Day
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Public attention spiked: 9,982 Wikipedia readers in one day, 5.9× the usual 1,697, with 3 article edits. Coverage that week: “The President of Turkmenistan congratulated King Carl XVI Gustaf on the National Day of Sweden” (Turkmenportal.com).
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Turkmenportal.com: The President of Turkmenistan congratulated King Carl XVI Gustaf on the National Day of Sweden
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Public attention spiked: 5,907 Wikipedia readers in one day, 3.5× the usual 1,697, with 3 article edits. Editors noted: early life section was messed up slightly, section reverted
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Public attention spiked: 21,778 Wikipedia readers in one day, 12.8× the usual 1,697, with 2 article edits. Editors noted: Inserting the facts that Carl XVI Gustaf is the only living reigning monarch as the great-great grandchild of Queen Victoria of the UK
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Reported claimRated On the contrary, Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf visited Lviv this week in what the Swedish Royal House called a demonstration of “broad and unwavering support” for Ukraine — the first such royal visit since Russia launched its full-scale invasion. Sweden is among Ukraine's largest donors, and the trip was intended to underscore that commitment. · StopFake
StopFake rated the claim “The King of Sweden “Humiliated” Ukraine and President Zelensky” On the contrary, Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf visited Lviv this week in what the Swedish Royal House called a demonstration of “broad and unwavering support” for Ukraine — the first such royal visit since Russia launched its full-scale invasion. Sweden is among Ukraine's largest donors, and the trip was intended to underscore that commitment..
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2024· 1 entry
Carl Gustaf described the move to join the alliance as a new era in Swedish security policy and reaffirmed Sweden's wish for peace
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2023· 2 entries
Carl Gustaf said that while he understands that Brunei has a non-democratic form of government, it is still an open country
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The Nobel Foundation announced that they intended to invite ambassadors from Russia, Belarus and Iran to attend that year's Nobel Prize awards ceremony
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2020· 1 entry
“[Sulla pandemia di COVID-19] Gli svedesi hanno sofferto tremendamente in condizioni difficili. Penso che abbiamo fallito, abbiamo un gran numero di morti e questo è terribile. (dall'intervista di fine anno alla tv di Stato Svt, 2020)”
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2018· 1 entry
Carl Gustaf and the way his monarchy has developed saw a rise in criticism being published
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2017· 1 entry
Awarded Star of the Republic of Indonesia (2017).
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2016· 3 entries
Won King Harald V's Jubilee Medal 1991–2016 (2016).
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Carl Gustaf said that the letter he wrote played a role in resolving the dispute with Saudi Arabia and added that he had "good relations" with the Saudi king, which led to criticism
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Carl Gustaf intervened in a debate surrounding the proposed Nobel Center at Blasieholmen in central Stockholm, near the Nationalmuseum and old town, saying that the proposed structure was "too big and in the wrong place"
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2015· 2 entries
Awarded Grand Cross with collar of the Order of Vytautas the Great (2015).
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Carl Gustaf offered to assist in resolving a diplomatic crisis between Sweden and Saudi Arabia, which began when foreign minister Margot Wallström criticized Saudi Arabia's form of government and human rights situation
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2014· 1 entry
Did the same there, allowing Carl's widow's name as Princess Kristine Bernadotte when she died
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2013· 1 entry
Awarded Grand Order of King Tomislav presented by Ivo Josipović (2013).
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2011· 1 entry
Awarded Order of the White Star, Collar Class (2011).
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2008· 2 entries
Awarded Order of Liberty presented by Viktor Yushchenko (2008).
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Awarded Grand Collar of the Military Order of Saint James of the Sword (2008).
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2004· 1 entry
After a state visit to Brunei, he praised Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and described Brunei as an "open country", despite its controversial human rights record
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2003· 2 entries
Awarded Collar of the Order of the Star of Romania (2003).
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Awarded Order of the Rajamitrabhorn (2003).
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2002· 2 entries
Awarded Grand Cross of the Order of the White Double Cross presented by Rudolf Schuster (2002).
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With Carl Gustaf never having responded to his uncle's statement, and with the Royal Court of Sweden consistently refusing to honor it
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1999· 1 entry
Awarded Order of Prince Yaroslav the Wise, 1st class presented by Leonid Kuchma (1999).
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1997· 1 entry
Awarded Grand Cross of the Order of Good Hope (1997).
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1995· 3 entries
Awarded Grand Cross with Collar of the Order of the Three Stars (1995).
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Awarded Grand Cross of the Order of Vytautas the Great (1995).
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Awarded Order of the Cross of Terra Mariana, 1st Class (1995).
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1993· 1 entry
Awarded Order of the White Eagle presented by Lech Wałęsa (1993).
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1992· 1 entry
Won Stefansmedaljen presented by Bertil Werkström (1992).
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1991· 1 entry
Awarded Knight Grand Cross with Collar of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic (1991).
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1989· 1 entry
Criticised Norway's seal hunting policy, saying that "if [prime minister] Gro Harlem Brundtland cannot take care of the seal problems, I wonder how she will be able to take care of the Norwegian people"
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1987· 1 entry
Awarded Grand Collar of the Order of Prince Henry (1987).
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1986· 7 entries
“That is something that I of course will continue to work on. To work for Sweden, to work for the people of Sweden and together with my family continue to work in the coming years for the monarchy in Sweden.”
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“I have been King for 38 years, for which I am very proud, and during those many years I have felt a strong support from the Swedish people.”
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“For me it is important to live in harmony with developments in Sweden and all over the changing world around us that we are actually part of.”
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“Sílvia da Suécia, rainha consorte de Carlos XVI Gustavo.”
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“We are strong and we will work for the monarchy in the future and I feel strengthened by that, more than before.”
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“We are a small nation and need to cooperate across borders. As a result of the good reputation that Sweden has since long it is easy to build relationships.”
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“My concern for environmental issues and the challenge to leave our fragile planet in good condition for future generations. However, we take advantage of our opportunities, all the positive and hopeful I meet during my travels in this country and abroad, I am convinced that together we can a promising future.”
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1983· 1 entry
Won collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece (1983).
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1980· 2 entries
Carl Gustaf created her Duchess of Västergötland (which has had duchesses before)
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Carl Gustaf and his family moved to Drottningholm Palace west of Stockholm, although they continue to perform their official working duties at the Royal Palace of Stockholm
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1979· 1 entry
Awarded Collar of the Order of Charles III presented by Juan Carlos I of Spain (1979).
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1977· 1 entry
Career landmark: Participated in 1977 Vasaloppet (tournament / event).
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1976· 4 entries
Awarded Grand Star of the Decoration for Services to the Republic of Austria (1976).
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Won United Nations Peace Medal (1976).
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Career landmark: Participated in wedding of Carl XVI Gustaf and Silvia Sommerlath (tournament / event).
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Career landmark: wedding of Carl XVI Gustaf and Silvia Sommerlath.
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1975· 3 entries
Awarded Royal Victorian Chain (1975).
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Awarded Knight Grand Commander of the Order of the Dannebrog (1975).
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Awarded Grand Cross with Collar of the Order of the Falcon (1975).
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1974· 2 entries
Awarded Knight Grand Cross with Collar of the Order of Saint Olav (1974).
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Awarded Grand Cross with Collar of the Order of the White Rose of Finland (1974).
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1973· 3 entries
Has made a number of personal decisions regarding the titles and positions of relatives and family members, including the demotion of a sister, elevation of several commoners to royalty, rebuff of an elderly uncle's wish
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Career landmark: Monarch of Sweden (1973).
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The Commander-in-Chief (Swedish: Högste Befälhavare; not to be confused with the military professional holding the position of Supreme Commander) and therefore he was promoted ex officio from his earlier ranks of captain
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1970· 1 entry
Represented King Gustaf VI Adolf at the head of the Swedish delegation to the World Exposition in Osaka, Japan
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1968· 1 entry
Eventually rising to the rank of captain (in the army and air force) and lieutenant (in the navy), before his accession to the throne
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1966· 1 entry
Carl Gustaf completed two-and-a-half years of education in the Swedish Army, the Royal Swedish Navy, and the Swedish Air Force
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1965· 1 entry
Awarded Order of the Elephant (1965).
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1964· 1 entry
Career landmark: Participated in Wedding of Constantine II of Greece and Princess Anne-Marie of Denmark (tournament / event).
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1953· 1 entry
By King Haakon VII of Norway for his granddaughter Ragnhild)
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1950· 2 entries
Career landmark: crown prince (1950–1973).
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The four-year-old prince became the heir apparent of Sweden
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1946· 1 entry
Born 1946-04-30.
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1906· 1 entry
And would later be worn by his three children
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