Queen Máxima of the Netherlands

Dutch Royal and Queen Consort

Queen Máxima of the Netherlands - Dutch Royal and Queen Consort
Born

May 17th, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Netherlands

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Born on May 17, 1971, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, served as a consultant for the United Nations and worked in the financial sector before marrying the Dutch crown prince in 2002. Became Queen Consort upon the ascension of her husband in 2013. Engaged in various social issues including microfinance, cultural integration, and education, promoting well-being and financial inclusion in the Netherlands and abroad.

Served as UN advisor on microfinance

Promoted social issues in the Netherlands

Became Queen Consort of the Netherlands in 2013

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