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| Spanish Crown Prince Felipe, left, with his wife at the presentation of the Prince of Viana prize for culture |
Prince Felipe, the next king of Spain, has pledged to serve his country "with all my strength" when he takes over on June 18.
In his first public comments since his father, King Juan Carlos, announced his abdication 48 hours ago, the prince said he was looking forward to serving "our beloved Spain."
"My first words will be used to pledge all my strength and conviction in dedicating myself with hope and enthusiasm to serving our beloved Spain," he said, speaking at the presentation of the Prince of Viana prize for culture.
With his wife Princess Letizia by his side, he described Spain as "a united and diverse" community, and praised the tenacity of its citizens. » | Harriet Alexander | Wednesday, June 04, 2014
