What is the importance of the GNN for Germany and Norway with reference to cultural-diplomacy relations?
GNN is an area where young leaders can meet and discuss different themes. The Network mainly focuses young people from the business area, but it can also be extended to other areas. An interesting project where the GNN is involved was launched last October during the state visit of his Majesty the King and her Majesty the Queen. The German – Norwegian youth-forum was established, and is directed towards young people aged between 16 and 20. The forum will meet once a year to discuss cultural experiences and different political themes such as energy, climate change, internet and many other subjects. The forum also aims to stress the importance of the knowledge of languages. Unfortunately, the interest for German as a language is declining in Norway. But because Germany is such an important partner for us, there is a need for young people to understand the importance of speaking German. The idea of such a youth forum was launched by the Norwegian embassy, but there are many different part
