Mary and Frederik of Denmark visit Uluru - Denmark's King and Queen Begin Historic Australia State Visit at Uluru
King Frederik X and Queen Mary of Denmark have begun their first official state visit outside Europe since taking the throne in early 2024. The six-day trip to Australia started at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, where the royal couple were welcomed with a traditional ceremony. This visit aims to deepen ties between the two nations in trade, climate policy, and cultural exchange.
For Queen Mary, the trip holds special significance—it marks her first return to Australia as queen, having previously visited as a member of the Danish royal family.
The Danish royals arrived at Uluru, where they were greeted by the Indigenous Anangu people. A ceremonial Inma dance was performed in their honour, showcasing local traditions. Later, they watched the sunset over the iconic rock formation from a scenic vantage point. Queen Mary described the experience as 'truly magnificent' and appeared visibly moved by the landscape.
Their visit to Uluru follows in the footsteps of British royalty, including past trips by Prince Charles and Diana, as well as Prince William and Kate. The royal couple also stopped at the Kulata Academy Café, meeting students who run the business as part of their training. Accompanying the king and queen are Denmark's deputy prime minister, foreign minister, and climate and energy minister, Lars Aagaard. A delegation of 55 Danish companies is also part of the trip, with a focus on renewable energy, sustainable urban development, and nature conservation. Indigenous cultural preservation is another key area of collaboration between the two nations.
The state visit highlights growing cooperation between Australia and Denmark in economic, environmental, and cultural fields. Meetings with officials and business leaders will continue throughout the six-day tour. For King Frederik X and Queen Mary, this trip marks their first major international engagement since ascending the throne.
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