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Macedonian ex-defense minister named NATO’s deputy chief

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Radmila Šekerinska is set to assume her post later this year. Photo by Furkan Abdula/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images
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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 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.” Šekerinska was chosen in a selection process that saw her picked over Mariya Gabriel, a former Bulgarian foreign minister and EU commissioner.

Šekerinska is recognized for her understanding of the Western Balkans and Russia.

North Macedonia formally joined NATO in 2020.
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