Former NATO Chief Stoltenberg Declines Munich Security Conference Chairmanship
Summary
Former NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg has declined to chair the Munich Security Conference, saying his role as Norway’s Finance Minister is more important. He was appointed to lead the annual security gathering in 2024 but will focus on his government duties instead.
Key Points
- Jens Stoltenberg said he cannot chair the Munich Security Conference because he must focus on his duties as Norway’s Finance Minister.
- He was appointed to lead the annual security event in 2024 after leaving his role as NATO chief.
- Stoltenberg said he was called back into government in early 2025 by Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store.
- He told Dagens Næringsliv that he is more motivated than ever to dedicate himself to Norwegian politics.
