epa03788771 (L-R) Belgian Queen Paola, King Albert II, Crown Prince Philippe and Princess Mathilde pose prior to a reception with the members of the Belgian government at the royal castle in Laeken, Brussels, Belgium, 15 July 2013. King Albert II announced his abdication in a televised speech to the nation on 03 July 2013. Prince Philippe will succeed his father on 21 July 2013, the country's National Day. EPA/JULIEN WARNAND
