Official speeches

His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon is particularly interested in questions concerning dignity and tolerance, sustainable development and innovation. He is also a Goodwill Ambassador of the UN Development Programme, UNDP.

A small selection of speeches highlighting these issues are followed by a comprehensive list of speeches given in English by The Crown Prince in later years.

Why I believe in a brighter future

We are facing great challenges. Even so, the Crown Prince is optimistic about the future. Key note from the International Conference on Sustainable Development at Columbia University, New York.

The Nordic Pitch

Speegh given at the launch of the "the Nordic Pitch" showcasing promising new companies at the international technology and music festival South by Southwest (SxSW) in Austin, Texas.

Sustainable oceans

Speech given by Crown Prince Haakon on the importance of a sound and sustainable management of the oceans. The speech was given at "Ocean Retreat" in Central Park, New York in 2018.