Norwegians work alongside Americans in standing up to Russias provocations in Ukraine. in countering ISIS and the spread of violent extremism. and in strengthening regional cooperation in the Arctic. Norway has been especially strong on working to check Russian aggression against Ukraine. Norway has also played an important role in the Syrian refugee crisis. Norway has a proud history of providing support to those fleeing conflict. It expects to take in as many as 25.000 refugees this year. It has already provided more than $6 million to Greece to help respond to the influx of refugees seeking a way to enter Europe. All of us on both sides of the aisle have talked about the importance of a strong Europe during these trying times. Yet now we have no Ambassadors in two of the countries that are on the frontlines of combatting extremism and addressing the refugee crisis. Sweden. like Norway. plays an important role in national security and on the international stage. Sweden is a strong partner and close friend of the United States. helping in our fight against ISIS. promoting democracy and human rights. and cooperating on global initiatives related to clean energy and the environment.
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