Speeches and statements

The speech from the throne by His Majesty The King on the occasion of the opening of the 171th session of the Storting

President, Representatives of the People. I greet the Storting as it takes up its solemn responsibilities with the wish that the fulfilment of these duties will be of benefit to our country.

The Prime Minister's speech at the British Labour Party’s Annual Conference

'The North Sea still binds us together. For decades, Norwegian oil and gas have supplied British homes and industry. Now we are building the next chapter in offshore wind, carbon capture and new technology,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Liverpool

The Prime Minister's statement at the Sixth Summit of the Crimea Platform

'The passage of time cannot render an unlawful occupation lawful. Crimea is part of Ukraine,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre United Nations, New York

The Prime Minister's guest lecture on ‘Navigating a Changing Arctic – Sovereignty, Security and Cooperation’

'Norway and Canada are now developing a strategic partnership,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

The Prime Minister's introduction at the press conference with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney

'I can hardly think of any bilateral partnership which is moving forward at the pace we do now - Canada and Norway,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Ottawa

The Prime Minister's introduction at the press conference after meeting with Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni

'Our trade is important. It has grown substantially. Norway is providing about 10 percent of Italy's gas. And we intend to remain a stable provider of energy to Italy,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo

The Prime Minister's speech at the funeral of King Harald V

'We are filled with a deep sense of gratitude: For 35 years with King Harald as Norway’s King. And above all, for the way he was our King. He struck a balance between being stately and being down-to-earth,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo Cathedral

The Prime Minister's speech at the Kavli Prize ceremony

'Let me add: True science depends not only on curiosity. It depends on freedom. Freedom to ask difficult questions. To challenge established ideas. To discuss, disagree - and to be proven right or wrong. Academic freedom,' said Prime Minister Jonas

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo Concert Hall

King Harald V has died - The Prime Minister’s Speech

'An era has ended. A new era is beginning. The King is dead. Long live The King!,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre

The Prime Minister's speech at the commemoration of National Flag Day of Ukraine

Dear Mr. President, dear all of Ukraine. When Norway looks to Ukraine, we see courage and determination. We see a nation whose spirit remains unbroken despite enormous suffering. Today, Ukraine raises its flag. Tomorrow it marks its independence in

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Kyiv

The Prime Minister's speech at the annual meeting in Copenhagen for all Danish Heads of Mission (Foreign Service)

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre spoke to the annual meeting in Copenhagen of all Danish Heads of Mission (ambassadors and consul generals). His speech starts in Norwegian, but most of it is in English, and deals with Nordic cooperation, Arctic,

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Copenhagen

The Prime Minister's speech at the matriculation ceremony at Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

'As university students you are now a part of something greater than yourselves - the defence of values that are under pressure across the world: academic freedom, freedom of expression, critical thinking and diversity,' said Prime Minister Jonas

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Trondheim

Event commemorating the 15th anniversary of the attacks on 22 July

“We must continue to tell the truth about what happened; about the terrorist’s motives; where he came from; about the consequences of far-right extremism, hatred and contempt for democracy; and about how we, as a society, can respond”.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Government Office Complex, Oslo

The Prime Minister’s address at the High-level virtual session on Clean Cooking

'So, we are on the right path, but three things must happen now: Firstly, clean cooking must become a core pillar of national energy planning - with binding targets, timelines, and budget lines,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Nairobi

The Prime Minister’s statement at a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General

'Also, we are now deepening our bilateral defense cooperation with our European partners,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Brussels

The Prime Minister's statement at the press conference at the Nordic-Baltic (NB8) Summit

'Norway supports your call for peace, and we are ready to contribute to any efforts aimed at reaching that goal. In the meantime, we will have to be steadfast in our support,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Tallinn, Estonia

Keynote address by the Prime Minister at the World Expression Forum – Wexfo

'They must be more accountable for harmful manipulation and the protection of children. We need firmer regulatory approach,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Lillehammer

The Prime Minister's introduction at the annual meeting with the Foreign Press Association

'I came back from Paris yesterday, after having witnessed the signing of the Narvik agreement between Norway and France. This is a continuation of what we call the hedging strategy of the Norwegian government in today's world's security environment,

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre

The Prime Minister’s statement at the press conference following the signing of the mutual defence agreement Norway – France

'Together with nine other European countries, Norway will also participate in a process linked to the French initiative which you call forward or advanced deterrence - on how French nuclear weapons can contribute to security and deterrence in Europe

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Paris

The Prime Minister's speech at opening of the Bergen International Festival

'Culture must be seen and heard, and felt and remembered. And we must wonder at it and revel in it - and we must scrutinise it. Because good art is not indifferent. Good art is real life,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Torgalmenningen i Bergen