Oslo Prepares for Funeral of King Harald V
2 sources across 2 countries · Japan · Norway
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- Asahi Shimbun
- Aftenposten
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Oslo is preparing for the funeral of King Harald V, which is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, at 13:00. The ceremony will take place at Oslo Cathedral, with a procession moving from the Palace to the cathedral and then to Akershus Fortress for interment in the royal mausoleum. Crown Prince and Princess Akishino of Japan will visit Norway from September 8 to 10 to attend the services.
City authorities have implemented extensive security measures. Central Oslo will be closed to cars and public transport from 6:00 to 21:00 on Wednesday. Pedestrians must enter through ten police manned checkpoints where identification is required and searches may be conducted. Bicycles, scooters, and umbrellas are prohibited within the security zone. A two story tribune is being constructed at Stortorget for 650 accredited journalists from 19 countries.
Queen Margrethe of Denmark will not attend the funeral. The Danish royal house announced that the 86 year old former monarch was admitted to Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen on Sunday for treatment of mild dehydration and a blood collection in the hip region.
Local reports highlight the atmosphere in the city, noting the construction of a baldakin at the cathedral entrance and the increase in flower vendors along Karl Johans gate.
How each side framed it
- Centre-left
- The coverage focused on the official schedule of the Japanese Imperial family and their diplomatic role in attending the event.
- Centre-right
- The coverage focused on the logistical preparations, security restrictions, and the health of attending foreign royals.
Sources
- Centre-right Aftenposten: Here is how you get inside the security zone in Oslo on the funeral day
- Centre-right Aftenposten: Now preparations are being made for royal funeral in Oslo
- Centre-left Asahi Shimbun: Crown Prince and Princess Akishino to attend funeral of King of Norway: Imperial family schedule from the 7th
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