18 March: Visit by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte
As part of Exercise Cold Response 2026, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will visit the exercise area in Northern Norway.
Media representatives are invited to attend a press meeting in connection with the visit.
Participation requires registration via the link provided further down on this page.
Programme
The Secretary General will deliver a short statement, followed by an opportunity for media to ask questions.
There may also be opportunities for one-on-one interviews, but this has not yet been confirmed.
Date and location
- Date: 18 March 2026
- Time: After lunch (exact time to be confirmed)
- Location: Bardufoss area (within driving distance)
Further details regarding time, location, and practical arrangements will be shared with registered media once confirmed.
Registration deadline: 17 Mach 12:00
Participation requires registration via the link below:
Please note that participation may be subject to capacity limitations and operational considerations.