HRH Princess Elisabeth, the future Queen of the Belgians, gave her first of many public speeches on Wednesday. The Princess, who is almost 10 years of age, gave the speech to mark the opening of a new children’s hospital that bears her name. On hand for the event, and looking on proudly, were her parents TRH the Duke and Duchess of Brabant. The threesome arrived together with both Princesses being greeted with flowers. Once meeting hospital administrators, Princess Elisabeth officially opened the hospital:
“Ladies and Gentlemen, I am very happy that I can give my name to this new children’s hospital today. Together with you, I hope that many children will find help here. I know they can count on your daily commitment. The Princess Elisabeth Children’s Hospital now gets a special place in my heart.”
She then proceeded to pull back a Belgian flag which revealed a plaque marking the opening day ceremonies. The Crown Princely family received a tour of the new facility and then mingled at a party with various guests of the opening.
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Source: Nieuwsblad
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