The flower-planting ceremony was presided over on November 11 by the mayor of Madrid, Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida, along with the Dutch ambassador in Spain, Roel Nieuwenkamp. This gesture, representing the gratitude of Princess Amalia, highlighted the warm welcome she received while living in Madrid during a time of upheaval caused by threats to her safety back in the Netherlands.
During the last months of 2022, Princess Amalia was unable to lead a normal life in the Netherlands as concerns for her safety escalated. The country's intelligence services discovered encrypted messages regarding a potential attack or kidnapping targeting the crown princess, prompting an increase in her security measures.
The Princess's heartfelt message conveyed through the mayor emphasized her gratitude: 'The warmth with which I was received led me to consider Madrid my home for a time, so I wish to express my deep gratitude to the city, its inhabitants and all those who made it possible.' This reflects the significant impact of her experience in Spain during precarious circumstances.
Fleeing threats from organized crime, specifically the Mocro Maffia, Princess Amalia lived incognito in Madrid for a year, continuing her education through remote courses. Her stay in Spain was marked by a sense of safety and acceptance, contrasting sharply with her life in the Netherlands.
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