In keeping with the new age of digital diplomacy, the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Washington, DC, has launched a new initiative called the #VirtualAmbassador Program. This program invites universities across the United States to schedule a virtual session for their students to interact live with the Norwegian Ambassador, H.E. Kåre R. Aas.

 

With the use of a webcam, the session begins with a brief presentation from the Ambassador about some of Norway’s top priorities. Topics include the Arctic, peace & reconciliation, girls’ education, as well as the relationship between NATO, Norway, and the United States. Following the Skype presentation Ambassador Aas opens up for an engaging dialogue with the students, providing them with the opportunity to ask follow-up questions about the presentation. 

Students are also encouraged to participate in a virtual Q&A with the Ambassador via his Twitter handle @kareraas, where their questions are included in the presentation.

Please contact anne.charlotte.lindblom@mfa.no to schedule a session with the Ambassador.