On 17 July, North Atlantic Treaty Organisation Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg announced the appointment of a senior representative to head NATO's mission to Ukraine. Patrick Turner has been appointed, the Alliance's press service reports.
Patrick Turner will take up his post in Kyiv in September 2024. Previously, he served as NATO's Assistant Secretary General for Defence Policy and Planning and held a number of senior government positions in the United Kingdom.
The Secretary General welcomed the appointment: "Patrick Turner brings years of leadership and experience to this post. As a dedicated public servant, he has a strong track record of delivering results. I am confident that he will do an excellent job in this important role as NATO continues to step up its support to Ukraine."
Patrick Turner said: "I am truly honoured to be appointed as NATO's Senior Representative to Ukraine. I look forward to leading the NATO Representation and working very closely with the Ukrainian authorities, as well as with NATO Allies and partners, to help deliver NATO's support to Ukraine."
Turner will serve as the focal point for NATO's engagement with the Ukrainian authorities in Kyiv. He will coordinate NATO's efforts and provide the Alliance with assessments and advice on the situation in Ukraine.
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