It's the same here in Norway, the king is actually a six star general and commander in chief of the army. In addition (s)he can veto laws that then have to be p

It's the same here in Norway, the king is actually a six star general and commander in chief of the army. In addition (s)he can veto laws that then have to be passed by 2/3 majority to succeed. Not that the royals have used this power ever but it is a good check on the parlament.