Ministry of Defence

Strengthens the Armed Forces and prioritizes daily preparedness and operations

The government's proposal for the defence budget for 2023 prioritizes the nation's security and preparedness, and shows solidarity in a troubled time. – The budget helps to keep our own population safe, both for today's threats and those that may come. Securing our freedom is one of the most important tasks for any government, says Defence Minister Bjørn Arild Gram (The Centre Party).

Norwegian support to Ukraine and neighbouring countries

An overview of Norway’s support to Ukraine and its neighbouring countries in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is available below. This information will be updated on an ongoing basis.

• Will donate Hellfire missiles and night vision equipment to Ukraine
• Norwegian-developed drone to Ukraine
• Norway donates armoured vehicles to Ukraine
• Norway and the United Kingdom donate long range rocket artillery to Ukraine
• Norway has donated M109 to Ukraine
• Norway contributes to a weapons fund for Ukraine
• Norwegian support to Ukraine and neighbouring countries

Historic NATO Summit

Türkiye has agreed to support the applications of Sweden and Finland for membership of NATO, setting the stage for a historic NATO Summit in Madrid. The new Strategic Concept, support to Ukraine, and the applications from Sweden and Finland was the main focus when NATO heads of state and government met for the Madrid Summit on 28–30 June.

• Historic NATO Summit
• Norway has donated M109 to Ukraine
• Norway and the United Kingdom donate long range rocket artillery to Ukraine