“Ambassador Urstad and the Norwegian embassy in KL have been a fantastic support for the Norwegian business community in Malaysia”, says Jorgen Torp, the Chairman of Malaysia Norway Business Council at the farewell networking om Thursday 4 May 2017.
“During his almost 5 years as ambassador to Malaysia H.E. Urstad has opened doors for Norwegian companies aiming to invest in Malaysia and he has strongly contributed to creating an excellent environment for the companies which are already present in the country. His efforts have been greatly appreciated”.
Prior to leaving Malaysia H.E. Urstad hosted his last “Water Hole” networking event for the Norwegian business community and local business associates in his residence on Thursday the 4 May. In appreciation of his efforts and support during his tenure in Malaysia Jorgen Torp presented H.E. Urstad with the “Best Ambassador Ever” Award in front of the audience and the incoming Norwegian ambassador, H.E. Gunn Jorid Roset, who will commence her assignment in August 2017.