Dutch Royal Couple strengthens US ties with economic and historic visit
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will visit the US in April 2026 to boost economic relations with Pennsylvania and Florida, while marking 250 years of US independence. The trip highlights longstanding Dutch-American ties and trade opportunities for businesses on both sides.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Royal Visitors | King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima |
| Dates | April 13–15, 2026 |
| Destinations | Philadelphia (Pennsylvania), Washington D.C., Miami (Florida) |
| Accompanying Officials | Minister of Foreign Affairs Tom Berendsen (Pennsylvania), Prime Minister Rob Jetten (Washington D.C.), Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma (Florida) |
| Purpose | Strengthen economic relations, commemorate US 250th independence anniversary |
| Historical Context | Highlights bilateral ties between the Netherlands and the US |
The Dutch Royal House plays a key role in fostering international relations, particularly in trade and diplomacy. This working visit, supported by government ministers, underscores the Netherlands' commitment to strengthening economic and historical ties with the US.
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Royal Couple to Pay Working Visit to Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., and Florida
His Majesty King Willem-Alexander and Her Majesty Queen Máxima will pay a working visit to the United States (US). From Monday, April 13 to Wednesday, April 15, 2026, they will visit Philadelphia in the state of Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., and Miami in the state of Florida.
During their visit to Pennsylvania, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima will be accompanied by Minister of Foreign Affairs Tom Berendsen. In Washington D.C., they will be accompanied by Prime Minister Rob Jetten. In Florida, the Royal Couple will be accompanied by Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation Sjoerd Sjoerdsma.
The working visit underscores the economic relations with the states of Pennsylvania and Florida. The visit also marks, in the year the US commemorates 250 years of independence, the strong bilateral relationship and historical ties between the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the United States.
RVD, no. 83