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New Norad chief set to bring peace to Norway’s aid administration

News October 02, 2025 / By: Bjørn H Amland

In a recent shift of leadership at the Norwegian aid agency, a seasoned diplomat has replaced an outspoken politician. The new Norad chief’s mission is to bring calm and a unified direction to Norway’s aid administration. Gunn Jorid Roset promises to safeguard the independence and integrity of staff, while insisting that Norad’s main job is to implement government policy.

Gunn Jorid Roset, Director General of Norad (Photo by Norad)

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