King Harald V’s return nears as health improves, says Norwegian Palace

Palace expresses satisfaction with care received at hospital, noting positive reports from king's personal physician on his recovery

8:27 AM MYT

 

KUALA LUMPUR – The Norwegian Royal Palace announced that efforts are underway for King Harald V’s return to Norway in the coming days.

According to a statement released on its website yesterday, the palace stated that the king, who is undergoing treatment in Langkawi, Malaysia, will remain at the hospital for a few more days.

It said he is being well taken care of there and the king’s personal physician also reported that His Majesty is improving.

“The aim is for His Majesty to be able to return to Norway by plane in a few days. The Norwegian government is facilitating transportation, and the Norwegian Armed Forces are responsible for the practical arrangements for his return to Norway,” said the statement.

It was previously reported that King Harald V was receiving treatment at Sultanah Maliha Hospital in Langkawi after becoming ill while on holiday in Malaysia. – March 1, 2024

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