H.E. Mr. Jens-Otto Horslund, Ambassador for the Kingdom of Denmark and Mrs. Lisbet Horslund.
By Roy Lie A Tjam.
On June 5, 2018, Denmark celebrated constitution day. It’s the anniversary of the signing of the Danish constitution of 1849, which established Denmark as a constitutional monarchy.
H.E. Mr. Jens-Otto Horslund, Ambassador for the Kingdom of Denmark including Greenland and the Faroe Islands.
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The 2018 edition of this momentous day took place on the lawns of the residence of Ambassador Jens-Otto Horslund and his spouse Mrs. Lisbet Horslund. It is Ambassador Horslund first Constitution Day celebration in the Netherlands.
It is surprising to find oases that exude tranquility in the heart of the city of The Hague, but the residential lawns managed to do just that. It was a warm sunny day, and the free-flow of chilled Danish beverages quenched the thirst of the numerous attendees.
Ambassadors from Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Armenia, Israel, India, Costa Rica, Iran, Cuba, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, South Africa, Croatia, Portugal, Mexico, Uruguay, Estonia, Germany, Austria, Georgia, the Holy Sea, and many other countries joined their colleague Jens-Otto Horslund in the celebration.
Ambassador Jens-Otto Horslund stated in his welcome remarks:
“We Danes are proud of our Constitution. 170 years ago, Denmark’s first democratic constitution was adopted and entered into force a year later.
Our democratic system, the division of power, human rights – core values of our country are enshrined in the constitution. The Constitution forms the basis for our lifestyle and for the development of our country which today is one of the richest, most stable and equal societies in the world.”
Horslund went on, “As you know, Denmark ranks among the happiest countries in the world. We are also known for the concept “hygge” translated it means coziness (similar to the Dutch gezellig.) So, welcome to the happiest and hyggelig reception in the world. Dane knows how to have a good time.
Before closing, Ambassador Jens-Otto Horslund, said the following, I will take this opportunity to thank our host country and all of you for receiving my family and myself so warmly. We tremendously wanted to come to The Hague, we are so happy to be here. Thank you all.
Allow me to thank our sponsors who have so graciously donated food beverages, music and much more. Without your donations and the hard work of my excellent Embassy staff, it would not have been possible to celebrate constitution day with such a wonderful garden party.”
Ambassador Horslund concluded by inviting one and all to indulge in a range of delicious sausages, cheese, beer and wine that is unique to Denmark.
Since all have enjoyed the beautiful summer sun in the lush surroundings of the residence’s terrace and garden, the 2018 Constitutional Day garden party could, therefore, be considered a resounding success.
