Governor Walz To Visit Norway This Week

(St. Paul, MN)  —  Governor Tim Walz is leaving for Norway today.  His office says the purpose of the trip is to strengthen Minnesota’s military and economic ties with the nation.  Governor Walz is expected to take part in a signing ceremony for an official state sponsorship program in Trondheim, Norway.  They will observe the 50th anniversary of the Norwegian Reciprocal Troop Exchange.  NOREX is the longest-running military exchange partnership between any two countries.