16. Who did King Willem Alexander marry in 2002?
From Quiz Oranje Legacy: Unraveling Dutch Royal Ties
Answer:
Maxima
Queen Máxima of the Netherlands was born Máxima Zorreguieta Cerruti on May 17, 1971, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. As of this moment (2023) she is still married to King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, who became king on April 30, 2013, succeeding his mother, Queen Beatrix.
Máxima has a degree in Economics from the Universidad Católica Argentina, and, before her marriage, she worked in finance and banking, holding positions at international companies like HSBC and Deutsche Bank. She met Willem-Alexander in Seville, Spain, during the Seville Spring Fair in 1999. At the time, she was not aware that he was a prince. They announced their engagement in 2001 and married on February 2, 2002.
The marriage was initially subject to some debate and controversy in the Netherlands due to the fact that Máxima's father, Jorge Zorreguieta, had been a minister during Argentina's "Dirty War," a period of state terrorism. Due to the controversy, her father did not attend the wedding.
After their marriage, Máxima quickly became a popular figure in the Netherlands. She is noted for her charisma, fashion sense, and efforts to integrate into Dutch culture, including becoming fluent in the Dutch language. She also received Dutch citizenship through royal prerogative.
In her role as queen consort, Máxima has been involved in a number of social issues, especially those related to integration, culture, and financial inclusion. She has also represented the Netherlands on the international stage, including at the United Nations, where she has served as a Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development. Máxima has been involved in various organizations and foundations and has a particular interest in issues like mental health, education, and the arts.
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