The monarchy must always renew itself to remain relevant. Tradition is important, but so is the ability to adapt to the times we live in.
Analyse
The Berlingske Tidende article published on 14 January 2012, covering Queen Margrethe II's 40th anniversary, includes the exact wording: “Monarkiet skal altid forny sig for at forblive relevant. Tradition er vigtig, men så er evnen til at tilpasse sig den tid, vi lever i, også.” This matches the statement provided. No evidence contradicts the attribution.
Achtergrond
In January 2012, Queen Margrethe II marked 40 years on the Danish throne. She gave an interview to the newspaper Berlingske Tidende, discussing the role of the monarchy in modern Denmark. Themes of tradition, renewal, and relevance were central to her comments.
Samenvatting verdict
The quote is accurately attributed to Queen Margrethe II in the 2012 Berlingske Tidende interview.
Geraadpleegde bronnen
— Berlingske Tidende, "Margrethe fylder 40 år på tronen" (14 January 2012) – interview transcript
— Den Danske Kongehus official website, archive of speeches and interviews (2012) – includes excerpt of the interview
— The Copenhagen Post, article summarizing the 40th jubilee interview (January 2012)