King Willem, Queen Máxima reflect on Kenya state visit in heartfelt note

The Netherlands’ King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima concluded their visit to Kenya on March 20, 2025

King Willem, Queen Máxima reflect on Kenya state visit in heartfelt note


King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima have concluded their Kenya visit on a delightful note.

On Thursday, March 20, the Royal Couple of the Netherlands took to the official Instagram handle of the Dutch Royal Family to reflect on their heartwarming state-visit.

In the post, a video was shared that featured glimpses from the three-day visit to Kenya, showcasing the Monarch and the Queen carrying out important engagements and spending some fun time in the East African country.

“We are grateful to have gained more insight into the everyday lives of the Kenyan people. For 60 years, Kenya and the Netherlands have shown how strong the ties are between Africa and Europe, and how successful our cooperation has been,” penned the Royal Couple.

Related: King Willem, Queen Máxima receive warm welcome from President Ruto in Kenya

They continued, “We are very thankful for the friendship between our two countries. – King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima.”

Adding further to the caption, the Dutch Royals shared that during the three-day trip to Kenya, the King and Queen discussed and shared their views and thoughts on a wide range of topics.

During their interaction with the key Kenyan officials and President William Ruto, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima talked about the “role of independent courts and the rule of law in a democracy, and challenges relating to peace, security and climate change.”

Related: King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima host cultural event amid Kenya tour

The Royal Couple concluded their official state-visit to Kenya on Thursday, March 20, 2025.

Read more : Royal
King Charles set to host special event in Scotland on late Princess Diana's birthday
King Charles set to host special event in Scotland on late Princess Diana's birthday
King Charles late ex-wife Princess Diana was born on July 1, 1961
Kensington Palace keeps monthly tradition alive with June’s royal recap: See
Kensington Palace keeps monthly tradition alive with June’s royal recap: See
The Prince and Princess of Wales, William and Kate, wrap up June in Kensington Palace’s monthly rewind
Charles releases unseen photo of Princess Diana to mark her 64th birthday
Charles releases unseen photo of Princess Diana to mark her 64th birthday
King Charles ex-wife Princess Diana would have marked her 64th birthday today, July 1, 2025
Lady Gabriella Kingston graces Wimbledon with rare public appearance
Lady Gabriella Kingston graces Wimbledon with rare public appearance
The daughter of Prince and Princess of Michael of Kent was last seen at Princess Kate annual Christmas carol
King Felipe hosts renowned politicians at United Nations conference
King Felipe hosts renowned politicians at United Nations conference
King Felipe and Queen Letizia preside over UN’s IV International Conference on Financing for Development
King Charles finally appoints Prince William, Kate as Royal Warrants grantees
King Charles finally appoints Prince William, Kate as Royal Warrants grantees
Prince William and Kate Middleton are ‘delighted’ to receive the authority to issue Royal Warrants to their favorite brands
King Charles takes drastic decision for Royal train amid financial issues
King Charles takes drastic decision for Royal train amid financial issues
King Charles III plans to discontinue Royal train after 156 years due to financial concerns
King Frederik takes on major royal duty after Mary champions key responsibility
King Frederik takes on major royal duty after Mary champions key responsibility
Denmark’s King Frederik stepped out solo for his latest royal engagement after Queen Mary returns to the country following Nigeria trip
Prince of Germany dies before welcoming first child with Princess Josefa
Prince of Germany dies before welcoming first child with Princess Josefa
Princess Josefa breaks silence on ‘sudden’ death of husband Prince Harald von Hohenzollern
King Charles, Queen Camilla's Royal Tour under fire after cost revelation
King Charles, Queen Camilla's Royal Tour under fire after cost revelation
The Royal Household's Sovereign Grant Report disclosed the staggering cost of King Charles, Queen Camilla's trip
King Charles reflects on history of Holyroodhouse ahead of Scottish tour
King Charles reflects on history of Holyroodhouse ahead of Scottish tour
The Royal Family is set to undertake their annual Scottish tour from July 1 to July 4, 2025
Princess Eugenie heaps praises on Prince Harry’s effort during emotional talk
Princess Eugenie heaps praises on Prince Harry’s effort during emotional talk
Princess Eugenie has been close cousins with the Duke of Sussex since they were kids