The Nordic countries consular seminar concluded in Antalya.

On the second day of the “Nordic Countries Consular Seminar” held in Antalya under the organization of the Norwegian Embassy, Norwegian Ambassador Mr. Andreas Gaarder stated in his opening remarks that the seminar, held every year since 2010, not only creates an opportunity for all officials carrying out the diplomatic mission of the Nordic countries to come together and get to know one another, but also aims to further improve the standard of services provided by sharing mutual knowledge and experience. 

In addition, Danish Ambassador Mr. Ole Toft, Finnish Ambassador Ms. Pirkko Hämäläinen, and Swedish Ambassador Ms. Malena Mard shared extensive information about the work carried out by the embassies they represent, presenting participants with statistical data on consular procedures.
 
At the seminar—attended by Müberra Eresin, President of TÜROB (Türkiye Otelciler Birliği) and Honorary Consul of Norway in İstanbul, as well as employees of the Nordic countries serving throughout Türkiye, consuls general, diplomats, honorary consuls and their deputies—current developments in the field of diplomacy were discussed. In addition, assessments were made regarding the consular services provided to Turkish and Nordic citizens, a mutual exchange of views took place, and bilateral meetings were held.