Arab Royals Meeting European Royals: 10 Iconic Crossover Moments
Bazaar Arabia compiles a series of photographs in which the leaders of The East join forces with the royals of The West
Promoting necessary cultural exchange, cooperation, and stability between the two historically distinct regions of our world, customary diplomatic meetings between the East and the West lay down the foundations of a unified future.
From the deep diplomatic ties which have united the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the British Monarchy throughout history, to Queens and First Ladies fostering peaceful and fruitful relationships by visiting one another in their respective nations, crossovers between the leaders of the East and the West remind us that our world is deeply interconnected – and that it is built on peace, trust, understanding, cultural curiosity, and mutual respect.
Here, Bazaar Arabia compiles 12 iconic royal family crossovers in a series of photographs, capturing the art of maintaining diplomatic ties between the leaders of the East and the West.
Arab Royals Meeting European Royals: 12 Iconic Crossover Moments in Recent History
Dating back to 1986, this vintage royal photo shows Princess Diana of Wales curtsying to His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, The Sultan of Oman during a ceremony held at the prestigious Al Alam Palace in Muscat, Oman. Princess Diana dons a regal champagne-toned dress designed by David Emanuel.
Shot in 2009 in South Hook, Wales this photo captures a spontaneous moment shared by Queen Elizabeth II and Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Al-Missned of Qatar. The Qatari Royal donned a dark blue Haute Couture Christian Lacroix dress to mark the prestigious occasion.
On May 18, 2022 King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain invited the Emir of Qatar, His Royal Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and his wife Sheikha Jawaher to a prestigious dinner ceremony, hosted in their honour, at the Royal Palace of Madrid in Spain.
In June 2023, Queen Rania of Jordan and Queen Letizia of Spain enjoy a late lunch as part of a joint event at the Royal Palace of Madrid in Spain.
This vintage photograph of Sultan Qaboos Bin Said Al Said of Oman and Queen Elizabeth II captures a truly regal moment in time. If you look closely, Princess Diana of Wales and a young Prince Charles can be spotted in the background.
On October 6, 2022 Queen Rania of Jordan took to Instagram to share that it was “lovely” seeing her “dear friend” Her Majesty Queen Silvia of Sweden at the prestigious Raghadan Palace in Amman, Jordan.
Princess Lalla Salma of Morocco hosts Queen Letizia of Spain during the Spanish Royals’ diplomatic visit to Morocco.
Dressed in ethically produced and sustainable couture, Her Royal Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Al-Missned of Qatar met Princess Victoria of Sweden in September, 2018, as part of a diplomatic mission advocating for Sustainable Development Goals and education objectives at the United Nations.
The British Royal Family hosts King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan on November 6, 2001 as part of an official welcome ceremony involving a Carriage Procession, a Guard of Honour, a luncheon, and a State Banquet at St. George’s Hall in Windsor Castle.
In a diplomatic meeting with King Charles in London back in 2010, Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Al-Missned of Qatar donned a classic white Chanel Haute Couture power suit from the luxury fashion brand’s Autumn 2010 Collection – accessorised with a divine pair of earrings by Buccellati.
Lead image courtesy of @vintageeast