Kåre R. Aas

Kåre R. Aas is a prominent Norwegian diplomat known for his engaging and sociable personality. He gained attention during his tenure as the ambassador to Afghanistan, where he famously created a bar named 'Manhattan' in the basement of his residence in Kabul, serving as a gathering place for various international figures. Aas has recently published a bestselling book titled 'Diplomati i en verden som brenner,' which chronicles his remarkable rise from a modest upbringing in Tøyen to becoming a key figure in global diplomacy.