NATO decided to extend Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg’s term for another year on Tuesday, opting to stick with an experienced leader as the war tears at the alliance’s doorstep rather than trying to agree on a successor.
Stoltenberg, a former Norwegian prime minister, has led the transatlantic security alliance since 2014, and his mandate has been extended three times.
The decision means continuity at the top of NATO, as the 31-member alliance faces the dual task of supporting Ukraine in repelling Moscow’s invasion while avoiding direct conflict between NATO forces and Russia.
Stoltenberg, 64, is widely considered the permanent leader of the alliance and was due to finish his term as secretary general of the Transatlantic Security Alliance at the end of September.
In a tweet, Stoltenberg said that he was honored to decide to extend his mandate until October 1, 2024.
honored #NATO The decision of the Allies to extend my term as Secretary General until October 1, 2024. The transatlantic link between Europe and North America has ensured our freedom and security for nearly 75 years, and in a more dangerous world, our Alliance is more important than ever.
— Jens Stoltenberg (@jensstoltenberg) July 4, 2023
“The transatlantic connection between Europe and North America has ensured our freedom and security for nearly 75 years, and in a more dangerous world, our alliance is more important than ever,” Stoltenberg said.
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