Princess Mary's eldest son make surprising announcement about his future
The eldest son of Princess Mary and Prince Frederik has made a surprising announcement ahead of his 18th birthday.
Denmark's Prince Christian has broken years of royal tradition, saying he has decided to forego his royal allowance and instead prioritise his education.
One he turns 18 in October, Christian will be able to receive his royal allowance and government funding.
However, he has decided to put his education first and postpone becoming a full-time royal until he turns 21.
A statement posted on the Royal House’s Instagram page explained that his primary focus in the coming year will be completing his upper secondary education.
The statement reads, "Prince Christian's main priority in the coming year will be completing high school education. Following this, the Royal House will orient Prince Christian's further youth and education course, when the time comes."
"It has thus been agreed with the Ministry of State that support in the Danish Parliament for a law on annual pension will only be sought when the Prince turns 21 or by a possible change of the throne, if it takes place before."
The statement further shared that Prince Christian intends to stay away from the spotlight for now, but he will eventually resume public appearances in an official capacity once he has completed his education.
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