The Royal Couple Were Guests of Honour at Consul Dinner at Kronborg Castle
King Frederik and Queen Mary were guests of honour as over 300 honorary consuls gathered for dinner at Kronborg Castle in Helsingør, in connection with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' consul meeting.
Over 300 honorary consuls gathered at Kronborg Castle in Helsingør on Thursday evening for a dinner with King Frederik and Queen Mary as guests of honour.
King Frederik and Queen Mary at Kronborg Castle. Photo: The Danish Royal House
The dinner took place in connection with the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs' consul meeting, which brings together more than 300 honorary consuls. They assist Danish embassies worldwide with citizen services, trade promotion and cultural activities. In recognition of their unpaid service, the Ministry regularly invites the consuls to Denmark for a joint meeting with both professional activities and official events.
King Frederik and Queen Mary in conversation with guests at Kronborg Castle. Photo: The Danish Royal House
King Frederik and Queen Mary among the more than 300 guests. Photo: The Danish Royal House
An honorary consul is appointed in their own capacity and typically holds an independent profession alongside the role. Often the consul is, for example, a business owner or lawyer, and can provide facilities for the consulate's work.
The dinner in the grand hall of Kronborg Castle. Photo: The Danish Royal House