There will soon be a new member of the Danish monarchy.

Prince Joachim and his girlfriend, Marie Cavallier, are engaged. The announcement was made in a statement by Her Majesty Queen Margrethe and His Royal Highness Prince Henrik.

It is the first marriage for Marie, the second for Prince Joachim who was previously married to Countess Alexandra of Denmark.

Joachim is the younger brother of Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark.