The Government
Iceland is a democratic republic with an elected parliament, president and Supreme Court who govern according to a written constitution. The Prime Minister of Iceland is Jóhanna Sigurðardóttir and the President of Iceland is Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson.Democracy
Iceland is one of the oldest democracies in the world. The country's Althing was first established in 930 AD—today, this parliamentary body consists of 63 members who are elected by popular vote to serve four-year terms.
Iceland is fiercely democratic: voter turnout is remarkably high (up to 90%) and even the smallest rural communities make decisions in elected local town councils. Icelandic political culture favors equality, human rights, and a strong social safety net for all.
International Relations
Iceland is an active member of the global community and is dedicated to all international cooperation that promotes peace, sustainability, and the respect of international law. Iceland is a member of several international organizations, including the United Nations, NATO, the Nordic Council, the WTO, and the European Economic Area (EEA). Read more at the Icelandic Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Embassies
USA
Embassy of Iceland
1156 15thSt. NW, Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20005-1704
+1.202.265.6653
www.iceland.org/us
Consulate General of Iceland
800 Third Ave. 36thFloor
New York, NY 10022
+1.212.593.2700
www.iceland.org/us/nyc
Canada
Embassy of Iceland
360 Albert St. Suite 710
Ottawa, ON K1R 7X7
+1.613.482.1944
www.iceland.org/ca
Consulate General of Iceland
Wellington Crescent, Suite 100
Winnipeg, MB, R3M 3Z2
+1.204.284.1535
www.iceland.org/ca/win
Icelandic Tourist Board
655 3rdAve., Suite
New York, NY 10017
+1.212.885.9700
www.goiceland.com
