Norwegian Ambassador to the Philippines His Excellency Kristian Netland paid a courtesy visit to Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. on November 10, 2026, at the Office of the Chief PNP Lounge, the PNP Public Information Office (PNP-PIO) said.
Ties and Cooperation Between the PNP and the Royal Norwegian Embassy
According to the PNP-PIO, the meeting provided an opportunity for both sides to reaffirm the good relations between the Philippines and Norway. Discussions centered on matters of mutual interest, with particular focus on strengthening ties and cooperation between the PNP and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Manila.
Visit Reflects Commitment to Open Institutional Communication
The PNP-PIO said the courtesy visit reflects the importance of maintaining open communication and strong institutional partnerships in advancing shared interests in peace, security, and public safety.
Photo credit: Photo courtesy of PNP-PIO
The photographs released by the PNP-PIO show the Ambassador and PNP officials seated across a conference table, with the flags of the Philippines and Norway on display. Other images show the Ambassador being welcomed by PNP officers, a framed memento being presented, and the Ambassador signing a guest book at the Office of the Chief PNP.
The courtesy visit, held on November 10, 2026, served as the occasion for both sides to discuss shared interests and the working relationship between the Philippine National Police and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Manila, according to the PNP-PIO.