| NORWAY'S CROWN PRINCE TO VISIT THE HUMPHREY INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon of Norway will visit the Hubert H. Humphrey
Institute of Public Affairs for a special appearance from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday,
Oct. 19, in Cowles Auditorium. The program will feature a lecture by Ambassador
Knut Vollebaek on the "Opportunities and Challenges in the High North:
Energy Resources and the Environment." The visit from the Crown Prince
is presented in partnership with the Minnesota
International Center (MIC), the Royal Norwegian
Consulate General, and the Norsemen's Federation.
Following brief remarks from the Crown Prince, Ambassador Vollebaek will discuss
the opportunities and challenges facing Norway and the High North, which have
significant potential for petroleum development. Increased economic activity
in this area poses particular challenges with regard to the fragile environment.
Ambassador Vollebaek will outline how Norway seeks to safeguard her national
interests, support political stability, and encourage sustainable development
in this area through international co-operation.
This program is part of a three-day visit the Crown Prince will make to the
Twin Cities Oct. 18-20 as part of Norway's centennial anniversary program in
the United States. There is no cost to attend this event, but space is limited
and advanced registration is required. To register, visit MIC
online or call (612) 625-4421.
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