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Norway's King Haakon pledges an oath of allegiance to the constitution as his father lies in state

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King Haakon VIII of Norway took a formal oath of allegiance to the country's constitution before parliament in Oslo on Tuesday. This event marks a significant institutional step in his transition to the throne following the death of his father, who concluded a 35-year reign.

The ceremony serves as a symbolic commencement of King Haakon VIII's leadership. While the transition of power is underway, the new monarch's wife is currently convalescing following a lung-related health issue.

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Free Malaysia Today (MY) Focuses on the institutional process and the Queen's health status.
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