Stoltenberg announces new head of NATO Representation in Ukraine

On Wednesday, July 17, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announced the appointment of Patrick Turner as a Senior Representative to lead the NATO Representation in Ukraine (NRU).

That's according to a press release posted on the NATO website, Ukrinform reports.

"Patrick Turner brings years of leadership and experience to the role. As a committed public servant, he has a strong track record of delivering results. I am sure he will excel in this important role as NATO continues to step up its support to Ukraine," Stoltenberg said.

Turner, in turn, said that he looked forward to leading the NATO Representation and to working very closely with the Ukrainian authorities and with NATO Allies and partners to help deliver NATO support to Ukraine.

"I am truly honored to have been appointed as NATO's Senior Representative in Ukraine," he said.

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According to the press release, as the Senior Representative, Turner will head the NRU and act as a focal point for NATO's engagement with the Ukrainian authorities in Kyiv. He will coordinate NATO's efforts and provide the Alliance with assessments and advice on the situation in Ukraine.

Turner will take up the role in Kyiv in September 2024. He previously served as NATO Assistant Secretary General for Operations and as Assistant Secretary General for Defense Policy and Planning, as well as in a range of senior civil service positions for the United Kingdom.

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