The King's Inheritance: Norway's New Reign Raises Questions About Succession Haakon VIII took his oath before parliament, marking the beginning of his reign as King.
As he did so, it was impossible not to think about the weight of responsibility he had inherited from his father, Harald V.
Harald V, who passed away on Friday at 86 after serving as King for over three decades, left behind a legacy of a thriving economy and stable democracy.