Felipe VI and Albert of Monaco, the most active monarchs in Europe in 2024.

The recent publication by UFO NO MORE has revealed that Felipe VI of Spain and Albert of Monaco are the hardest-working European monarchs of 2024, highlighting the intense schedule of official commitments that royal family members must fulfill. According to the study, which analyzes the participation of royals in public and private activities, Albert of Monaco ranks at the top with 208 working days, a remarkable figure that represents an increase of 39 days compared to the previous year. Felipe VI is not far behind, occupying second place with 188 days of activity. This result strengthens the perception that the King of Spain is one of the most active monarchs in Europe. His most notable months were April and October, during which he participated in 22 and 21 commitments, respectively, consolidating his image of closeness and commitment to Spanish society. In this context, Queen Letizia has also managed to stand out, ranking 15th with 107 working days. Her participation reflects the efforts of the Spanish royal family to maintain an active and close presence with the public. It is noteworthy that the daughters of the Kings, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía, are beginning to take on a more prominent role in the official agenda, with 19 and 16 working days, respectively. The report also highlights the significant effort of Prince Haakon of Norway, who completes the podium in third place with 155 activity days. This increase in his workload is largely due to him taking on many of the responsibilities of his father, King Harald, who has faced health issues. However, the year has been tumultuous for the Norwegian royal family due to controversies surrounding them, adding complexity to their work. As we move down the list, we see that other European monarchs, such as King Philippe of Belgium and King Carl Gustaf of Sweden, have also maintained an active agenda, with 149 and 143 working days, respectively. Queen Máxima of the Netherlands ranks as the highest-placed woman on the list, with 126 working days, underscoring the active participation of women in royalty. On the other hand, Prince Edward of England has had to increase his participation in official events due to his brother, King Charles III's, cancer diagnosis, leading to a rise in his commitments to 122 days. The situation for the British royal family has been particularly delicate, with William of England and Kate Middleton seeing a reduction in their working days due to the health of the princess. The list also shows how the Swedish royal family has a similar level of commitments, where each member, including Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel, has taken on an equitable share of the workload. This approach seems to align with the image of unity and collaboration they promote. The analysis clarifies that the counted days do not reflect the number of commitments at each event, suggesting that some of these royals have been very involved in significant events, increasing their visibility. In this sense, the pressure to be accessible and relevant in public life is evident. As we approach 2025, it is anticipated that the heirs to the European thrones will assume more prominence, potentially leading to a significant generational shift in royal agendas. This poses an interesting future for monarchies, where new generations will have to balance their responsibilities with their own lives and studies. Finally, the UFO NO MORE study not only measures the work of monarchs but also allows for reflection on the role of royalty in the 21st century, where closeness and responsibility are essential. As societal expectations change, it will be crucial to observe how these kings and queens adapt to a constantly evolving world.