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Willem-Alexander

Willem-Alexander is the King of the Netherlands, born in 1967. As a constitutional monarch, he serves as a symbolic leader, representing national unity and continuity, while the government handles daily affairs. He became king in 2013 after his mother, Queen Beatrix, abdicated. Willem-Alexander is involved in various official duties, supports charitable causes, and promotes Dutch interests internationally. His role emphasizes tradition, diplomacy, and national identity, but he does not have governing power, which is exercised by elected officials. His leadership helps maintain the country's cultural heritage and international presence.