Maria Varteressian
NorwaypoliticianFemaleb. 19897.5Global Dominance: 0.00%Maria Varteressian is the State Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Norway, known for her passionate advocacy on ecological transition, European policies, and Arctic affairs. Born in Kongsberg in the week the Berlin Wall fell, she reflects on the stark contrast between the geopolitical landscape of today and that of 1989. With a background in social democracy, Varteressian has been involved in Norwegian politics for five years and has noted a surge in optimism within her party, the Labor Party, following recent political shifts. She emphasizes Norway's unique position outside the EU, while advocating for closer cooperation with European neighbors, particularly in light of the ongoing war in Ukraine and the challenges posed by global warming.
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Maria Varteressian was central in the fight to get Norway within the EU's customs wall.
Maria Varteressian mener at Norge må bli med i EUNorway· 2026-08-06
Maria Varteressian was central in the fight to get Norway within the EU's customs barrier.
Kabinettsjefen i EU ga henne klar beskjed. Mange europeere mislikte måten Norge hadde jobbet på.Norway· 2026-08-05Varteressian is a State Secretary in the U.S. Department of State discussing the changing diplomatic landscape regarding Israel.
– Tiden er overmoden for en diskusjonNorway· 2025-07-25
Maria Varteressian participated on behalf of Norway and emphasized the need for military, civilian, and political support for Ukraine.
Norge støtter opprettelse av spesialdomstol i UkrainaNorway· 2025-05-09
Maria Varteressian is the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs of Norway and discusses the current political climate and Norway's position regarding the EU.
La secretaria de Estado de Exteriores de Noruega: “Es más probable un nuevo referéndum de adhesión a la UE en 10 años que en dos” | Internacional
Spain· 2025-02-28
