Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands is the current king, having ascended to the throne on April 30, 2013. He was born on April 27, 1967, in Utrecht and is the first king of the Netherlands since his mother, Queen Beatrix, abdicated. Willem-Alexander is married to Queen Máxima, and they have three daughters. As king, Willem-Alexander represents the Dutch monarchy and participates in various state functions and ceremonies. He is known for his interest in water management and sustainability, reflecting the Netherlands' ongoing challenges with water-related issues due to its low-lying geography.