Utanríkisþjónustan

Utanríkisþjónustan is the Icelandic foreign service. It is responsible for representing Iceland's interests abroad and conducting its foreign policy. The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is the central body of the Utanríkisþjónustan, headed by the Minister for Foreign Affairs. The ministry oversees the operation of Icelandic embassies, consulates, and permanent missions to international organizations. Its main functions include promoting trade and investment, assisting Icelandic citizens abroad, and participating in international cooperation on various issues such as security, human rights, and environmental protection. The Utanríkisþjónustan also plays a key role in Iceland's membership in international organizations like the United Nations and NATO. The service works to safeguard Iceland's sovereignty and territorial integrity and to promote its economic and cultural interests on the global stage.