Queen Máxima of the Netherlands

thumb|Queen Máxima of the Netherlands in 2015 Máxima (born Máxima Zorreguieta Cerruti; 17 May 1971) is the queen of the Netherlands as the spouse of King Willem-Alexander. Argentine by birth, she worked in marketing when she met Willem-Alexander, eldest son and heir apparent of Queen Beatrix, in 1999. They married in 2002, and became king and queen on the abdication of her mother-in-law in 2013. As princess and as queen, Máxima has promoted social integration of immigrants, LGBT rights, and financial inclusion. She and Willem-Alexander have three daughters, Princesses Catharina-Amalia, Alexia, and Ariane, who are first, second, and third, respectively, in the line of succession. Quotes But 'the' Dutch identity? No, I have not found it. The Netherlands is: large windows without curtains so everyone can look in; but also adherence to privacy and coziness. The Netherlands is: one biscuit at tea; but also great hospitality and warmth. The Netherlands is: sobriety, control and pragmatism; but also the experience of intense emotions together. The Netherlands is far too diverse to summarize in one cliché. 'The' Dutchman does not exist. As a consolation I can tell you that 'the' Argentinian also does not exist. I therefore find it very interesting that the title of the report of the Scientific Council for Government Policy is not 'the Dutch identity'. But: Identification with the Netherlands. That leaves room for development and diversity. Máxima about her statements about Dutch identity. External links Queen Máxima at the website of the Royal House Category:Monarchs from the Netherlands Category:1971 births Category:Living people Category:Women from the Netherlands Category:People from Buenos Aires Category:House of Orange-Nassau Category:Princesses of Orange Category:Catholics from the Netherlands Category:Royalty Category:Women from Argentina