Former US President Barack Obama met with King Harald V of Norway yesterday.
The royal visit was also attended by Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
Obama's meeting with the Norwegian monarch came during his brief visit to the Scandinavian country.
The former American leader has been in Norway since Monday, when he delivered a lecture at Oslo Spektrum.
Former US President Barack Obama met with King Harald V of Norway yesterday.
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The gathering at the royal summer estate marks a significant diplomatic engagement for the 44th US president, who has maintained connections with world leaders since leaving office.
King Harald, who has recently scaled back his royal duties due to health concerns, welcomed Obama in what appeared to be a cordial reunion between the two dignitaries.
Obama's lecture at Oslo Spektrum on Monday was moderated by Sofie Høgestøl, a podcaster and former member of the Norwegian parliament.
The discussion explored "some of the most pressing issues of our time, as well as his thoughts on the challenges facing the world's democracies in the future."
The gathering at the royal summer estate marks a significant diplomatic engagement for the 44th US president, who has maintained connections with world leaders since leaving office.
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This visit marks a continuation of Obama's relationship with Norway, which began during his presidency.
The former president and King Harald are well acquainted, having first met in an official capacity over 15 years ago.
The connection between Obama and King Harald dates back to 2009, when the monarch presented Obama with the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in international diplomacy.
Their reunion comes just over a year after the Norwegian monarch reduced his royal duties following a lengthy sick leave and an operation to install a permanent pacemaker.
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The connection between Obama and King Harald dates back to 2009.
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The Norwegian Royal House announced in April 2024 that the King would make adjustments to his programme "out of consideration for his age."
The 91-year-old monarch has faced several health issues, including hospitalisations for infections in 2022 and 2023.
In January 2024, King Harald stated he had no plans to abdicate, despite speculation following Queen Margrethe of Denmark's decision to step down that same month.
"I stand by what I have said all along. I have taken an oath to the Storting, and it lasts for life," the King said, referring to his promise to the Norwegian Parliament when he acceded in 1991.
Crown Prince Haakon, who is next in line to the throne, has assumed some royal duties due to his father's health.
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