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Åsmund Grøver Aukrust
Profile
Åsmund Grøver Aukrust is a Norwegian politician serving as the Minister of International Development since 2025. A member of the Labour Party, he has represented Akershus in the Storting since 2013 and previously served as deputy leader of the Workers' Youth League. Throughout his career, Aukrust has been a vocal advocate for multilateralism, international humanitarian aid, and global cooperation. He is known for his focus on development policy, climate action, and supporting Ukraine, while maintaining a strong stance against Norwegian membership in the European Union.
Details
- Born
- 1985-02-28 · 41 years old
- Birth place
- Bærum, Norway
- Education
- University of Oslo (Bachelor's degree in sociology)
- Career
- Political advisor to the Minister of Culture, deputy leader of the Workers' Youth League