Prince William will represent King Charles III at the funeral of King Harald V of Norway, Buckingham Palace has announced.
The ceremony, to be held in Norway, will mark another instance in which a member of the British royal family stands in for the monarch at an overseas ceremony.
As heir to the throne and a senior royal, William frequently undertakes overseas duties on behalf of the King, reflecting the ongoing responsibilities of the Crown in international engagements.
The decision underscores the close ceremonial links between the British and Norwegian monarchies and the enduring ties between their royal households.
No further details about timings or attendees were released at this stage.
