New U.S. ambassador
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Photographs: Eyþór Arnarson.
Mr. William H. Long presents his Letter of Credence.
The President received Mr. William H. Long, the new United States ambassador to Iceland, who presented his Letter of Credence at Bessastaðir. Following the presentation, they had a constructive meeting about the long and valuable relationship between the two countries, as well as their multifaceted cooperation and common interests.
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