What will the 2029 Alpine World Ski Championships mean for Narvik, Northern Norway and the rest of the country? On Monday, 17 August, you are invited to a free public meeting about the championships and the importance of major international sporting events for Norway. Main text: For the first time in history, Norway will host the Alpine World Ski Championships, with Narvik taking on the responsibility on behalf of the entire nation. The event will create significant opportunities for sport, business and community development in the years ahead. At the public meeting, you will hear the latest updates on preparations for the 2029 championships, learn more about the opportunities the event can create for Norway, and explore how an international sporting event can leave a lasting legacy in local communities. Speakers include Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Bjørnar Skjæran, Gerhard Heiberg of the Lillehammer Olympics, Norwegian Ski Federation President Roger Finjord, TV 2 expert commentator Christian Paasche, and Anders Horne, Editor-in-Chief of Fremover. The meeting is open to everyone and free of charge. Reserve your place: bit.ly/folkemøtevm
