New Belgian King is crowned
Belgium's King Albert II has abdicated following a 20-year reign, handing over the throne to his son Philippe.
King Philippe salutes the crowds in Belgium
King Philippe I salutes the crowds in Belgium, succeeding his 79-year-old father Albert II following his formal abdication.
Belgium's seventh monarch took his oath in Belgium's three official languages - Dutch, French and German. His father abdicated following 20 years on the throne.
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