Schoof: NATO leadership officially transferred in Brussels
Amsterdam, October 1 (Hibya) - Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof announced that the NATO leadership was officially transferred in Brussels, with Mark Rutte replacing Jens Stoltenberg as Secretary General.
Dutch Prime Minister Schoof stated that NATO leadership was officially transferred in Brussels, with Mark Rutte replacing Jens Stoltenberg as Secretary General, thanking Stoltenberg for his tireless efforts over the years.
Schoof wished Rutte success in this important position for peace and security in Europe and North America, adding: "I look forward to good cooperation, including at the NATO summit in The Hague next year."
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also said: "Dear Mark Rutte, I wish you all the best in your role as NATO Secretary General. Your leadership will be vital for the Alliance's role in our Euro-Atlantic security and our unwavering support for Ukraine."
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