Join us for a candid discussion on Norway’s role in global affairs featuring Anniken Huitfeldt, Norway’s newly appointed Ambassador to the United States.
Moderated by Lise Kristiansen, Norwegian Honorary Consul in Alaska, and Greg Wolf, President & CEO of the Alaska International Business Center, the program will explore key themes such as climate change, economic collaboration, and cultural exchange. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with Ambassador Huitfeldt in a dynamic Q&A session, making this an invaluable occasion for anyone interested in international relations and the vital connections between Norway and the U.S.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Anniken Huitfeldt is Norway’s newly appointed Ambassador to the United States. She has a long history of public service, most recently serving as Foreign Minister from 2021 to 2023. She has also held three Cabinet positions with Jens Stoltenberg’s Government and has a longstanding career in the Norwegian Parliament, where she led its Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defense for eight years.
Huitfeldt calls Jessheim, a town close to Oslo, home. As a young adult, she studied at the University of Oslo and the London School of Economics, and she later achieved a master’s degree in foreign policy. She also worked as a researcher for five years.
PROGRAM DETAILS
- Check-in will begin at 4:30 PM with seating available on a first-come first-serve basis. The event will begin at 5:00 PM.
- Event will take place in the auditorium located inside the Anchorage Museum.
- Those with online reservations do not need to present ticket confirmation at the door, we will have all confirmed attendees on a list at check-in.
- Online registration closes on December 3. Attendance is limited, please reserve your spot prior to the event.