Latest news from the Norwegian Government on the situation in Ukraine

Further Norwegian support for Ukraine’s air defence

Norway is now providing an additional NOK 3 billion to strengthen Ukraine's air defence systems.

Norway increases support for demining in Ukraine

The Norwegian Government is strengthening its long-term efforts for humanitarian mine clearance in Ukraine. Through Norad, Norway is allocating up to NOK 400 million over four years to three organisations that will help protect civilians and reduce the risks posed by landmines, cluster munitions and other explosive hazards.

Prime Minister Støre and Foreign Minister Eide met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Oslo

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Oslo today. They discussed international issues and relations between Norway and China.

Norway Contributes €1 Million to Support Fund for Ukraine’s Transport Sector

At the major donor conference, the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, the Norwegian Minister of Transport today announced an initial allocation of €1 million to the support fund for Ukraine’s transport sector.

Norway steps up energy support for Ukraine

Norway is providing NOK 900 million to help Ukraine repair its energy infrastructure and invest in new energy solutions. The funding will help secure electricity supplies and make the energy system less vulnerable to future attacks.

Increased customs duties on imports of agricultural products and fertilisers from Russia and Belarus

The Government will introduce increased customs duties on agricultural products and fertilisers from Russia and Belarus as of 1 July.

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

Decision-makers and peace mediators gather at the Oslo Forum 2026

Today, around 150 mediators, parties to conflicts, and experts are gathering at this year’s Oslo Forum to discuss pathways out of today’s conflicts. Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide is hosting the peace mediation gathering, which Norway organizes together with the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue.

Norway to provide NOK 1.2 billion for maritime drones for Ukraine

The Norwegian Government will provide NOK 1.2 billion under the Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine for the development and procurement of maritime drones for Ukraine in 2026. The funding will also include deliveries of uncrewed surface vessels from both the Norwegian and the Ukrainian industry.

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

Nordic Statement at the UN Security Council, 10166th meeting, Maintenance of peace and security of Ukraine

Read the Nordic Statement delivered by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland, H.E. Ms. Elina Valtonen, at the UN Security Council, 10166th meeting, Maintenance of peace and security of Ukraine on 8 June 2026, in New York.

Three new free trade agreements approved by the Storting

The Storting has approved three free trade agreements that will give Norwegian companies better access to markets of more than 300 million people.

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,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre

301 Investigations – Norway’s written comments

As a response to the allegations made in the Section 301 Investigation of Acts, Policies, and Practices of Certain Economies Relating to Structural Excess Capacity and Production in Manufacturing Sectors and the allegations made in the Section 301 Investigation of Acts, Policies, and Practices of Various Economies Related to the Failure to Impose and Effectively Enforce a Prohibition on the Importation of Goods Produced with Forced Labor, the Government of Norway has made four written submissions (available by using the links below).

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,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Paris

Norway and France sign mutual defence agreement

Today, Norway and France have signed a comprehensive defence agreement under which the two countries commit to come to each other’s aid should the need arise. Together with nine other European countries, Norway will also participate in a process to determine how France’s nuclear weapons can contribute to security and deterrence in Europe.

Norway and the EU to help Ukraine through the winter

Norway is entering into a new agreement with the EU to strengthen Ukraine’s energysecurity. Norway will provide NOK 425 million to help Ukraine rebuild a more resilientenergy system.

Statement from the Prime Minister following the drone and missile attacks against Kyiv

Norway condemns Russia’s massive drone and missile attacks against Kyiv overnight. In the morning hours, I have been in contact with President Zelenskyy and Prime Minister Svyrydenko to convey our support. This attack is of a scale and character we have not seen before, and once again civilians and civilian infrastructure have been struck.

Nordic and Baltic foreign ministers condemn Russian disinformation campaign in joint statement

Today, 22 May, the foreign ministers of the Nordic and Baltic countries issued a joint statement strongly condemning the disinformation campaign and false claims by Russia and Belarus concerning airspace violations in the Nordic-Baltic region.

NOK 203 million in new funding for the Red Cross’s efforts for Ukraine

When drones and missiles strike residential areas in Ukraine, Red Cross volunteers are among the first on the scene to get people to safety. Norway is now providing 203 million kroner to support their efforts to meet the urgent humanitarian needs of the war-torn Ukrainian population.