Ásgeir Sigfússon

politician

Ásgeir Sigfússon is an Icelandic diplomat and labor leader who has spent nearly thirty years in the United States, currently serving as the executive director of the American Foreign Service Association. He has a background in English and international relations from the University of Pennsylvania and a master's degree in European studies from Georgetown University. Under his leadership, the association is engaged in a lawsuit against the Trump administration regarding the closure of key foreign aid institutions, which has significant implications for American diplomats and international development efforts. Ásgeir's work reflects a deep commitment to advocating for the rights and working conditions of foreign service employees, as well as ensuring adequate funding for foreign affairs.