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King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima Visit Toulouse, Strengthening Dutch-French Ties

The royal couple's visit highlights Toulouse's industrial prowess and commitment to sustainability. The 'Dutch-French Economic Year' declaration further solidifies bilateral relations.

In this image I can see few people with yellow, pink and white color dresses. I can see one person...
In this image I can see few people with yellow, pink and white color dresses. I can see one person is wearing the cap. To the side there are many pink clothes in the rack. In the back I can see few more people and many tables. I can also see trees and there are pink color clothes hanged to the building.

Dutch Royals Visit Toulouse - King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima Visit Toulouse, Strengthening Dutch-French Ties

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands touched down in Toulouse on Tuesday for a brief yet significant visit. The royal couple's itinerary was packed with engagements that highlighted the strong economic ties between the Netherlands and France.

The day began at Airbus headquarters, where the royals were greeted by company executives. The aerospace giant, headquartered in Toulouse, is a symbol of the city's industrial prowess and its close relationship with the Dutch economy. Later, the couple visited an urban farm, a testament to Toulouse's commitment to sustainable agriculture.

In a stylish nod to their hosts, Queen Máxima donned a two-piece outfit from Belgian fashion house Natan in soft pastel pink, mirroring Toulouse's affectionate nickname 'La Ville Rose'. King Willem-Alexander also paid sartorial tribute, sporting a light pink shirt and pocket square.

The visit concluded with a reception at the Capitole, Toulouse's grand town hall. The event marked not just a royal visit, but also the declaration of 2025 as the 'Dutch-French Economic Year'. This further cements the robust economic cooperation between the two nations, with Toulouse and the Netherlands at the forefront of their respective economies.

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