2023-07-20 11:00:00
In his speech, King Philippe pays homage to his father but also to his wife, Queen Mathilde. “The Queen has always been by my side, in all circumstances. Her caring for everyone she meets and her constant commitment never ceases to amaze me every day.“, he confides.
Above all, it underlines another anniversary that the country will commemorate: the 30th anniversary of the death of King Baudouin. He is full of praise when he mentions his uncle, the one who contributed to his training as king. “Those who knew him will remember his smile, his look and his confident handshake. I know the considerable good that such a man has achieved around him, through his faith in people, through his deep concern for everyone and for the country. He was and remains an example for many, at home and beyond our borders.“. Note that in the imagery of the speech for television, the camera lingers for a long time on a painting showing King Baudouin, the work of Philippe himself. Because yes, the king paints.
Philippe concludes his presentation on the importance of preparing new generations for active life. “YOU. The 2030 generation, with your sensitivity, critical thinking and talents. Together, let’s prepare for the future now“. By welcoming this new generation, he also refers to another anniversary that Belgium will experience in 7 years: its bicentenary.
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