A former Macedonian defense minister has been appointed NATO’s deputy secretary general, the alliance announced on Tuesday.
Radmila Šekerinska was proposed for the role by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, who took office on October 1.
“I am happy to announce the appointment of Radmila Šekerinska as the next deputy secretary general. She is a true believer in NATO, knows the work it takes to join the Alliance, and what it means to be a full member,” a NATO spokesperson said.
“She will take up her post later this year.”
Šekerinska is recognized for her understanding of the Western Balkans and Russia.
North Macedonia formally joined NATO in 2020.
“I am happy to announce the appointment of Radmila Šekerinska as the next deputy secretary general. She is a true believer in NATO, knows the work it takes to join the Alliance, and what it means to be a full member,” a NATO spokesperson said.
“She will take up her post later this year.”
Šekerinska said in a post on X it would be a “privilege” to assume her new role, adding: “I am committed to working with all Allies towards an even stronger and safer Alliance.”NEW: @SecGenNATO Mark Rutte has appointed Radmila @Sekerinska from North Macedonia 🇲🇰 as the next Deputy Secretary General. Read: https://t.co/31QUs4SHhz pic.twitter.com/CnMRH5frjg
— NATO Spokesperson Farah Dakhlallah (@NATOpress) November 19, 2024
Šekerinska was chosen in a selection process that saw her picked over Mariya Gabriel, a former Bulgarian foreign minister and EU commissioner.It will be my privilege to serve as NATO Deputy Secretary General under the leadership of @SecGenNATO. I am committed to working with all Allies towards an even stronger and safer Alliance.https://t.co/fQxXSV7bBb
— Радмила Шекеринска/ Radmila Sekerinska (@Sekerinska) November 19, 2024
Šekerinska is recognized for her understanding of the Western Balkans and Russia.
North Macedonia formally joined NATO in 2020.
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