Latest news from the Norwegian Government on the situation in Ukraine

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.

Nordic countries and India agree to strengthen cooperation

Leaders of the Nordic countries and Indian Prime Minister Modi met in Oslo for the 3rd India-Nordic Summit. At the Summit, the leaders agreed to strengthen their cooperation.

The Prime Minister's statement at the press meeting after the Nordic-India Summit

'I think this meeting is a manifestation of what a more unpredictable world really needs: More cooperation and collaboration between democracies,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo rådhus

Norway and India to strengthen cooperation

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a meeting in Oslo to discuss ways of strengthening cooperation between Norway and India in the areas of trade, the green transition, technology and international security.

New EEA and Norway Grants agreement with Slovenia to strengthen women’s rights

Norway and Slovenia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on a new funding period for the EEA and Norway Grants. Part of the funding will go towards cooperation to combat gender-based and domestic violence.

The Prime Minister's speech at the dinner in honour of the official visit of India’s Prime Minister Nerandra Modi

'Now, I can stand next to the Indian Prime Minister and I can say proudly: Here we stand, you and I, and together we represent one fifth of the world’s population!,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Akershus Castle

The Prime Minister's statement at the press conference after meeting with India’s Prime Minister Nerandra Modi

'We have to stand up against those who weaponize diplomacy, who weaponize trade, and who weaponize technology. At a time of rising protectionism and more tense geopolitical dynamics, it is more important than ever to stand together for a rule-based order,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo

Joint Statement of the Norwegian and Polish Ministers of Energy

The Norwegian and Polish Ministers of Energy reaffirmed today the strong bilateral ties between Norway and Poland in the field of oil and gas, as well as their shared commitment to further strengthening a long-term, reliable, and responsible bilateral partnership.

A growing partnership between India and Norway

In Oslo, we will elevate the Norway-India relationship to a green strategic partnership, writes Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in this Op-ed.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Op-ed in Hindustan Times (New Delhi)

Russia has changed. So has our relationship as neighbours

At the same time, our Russia policy must be based on recognition of the fact that Russia is likely to pose a threat to our security and that of our Allies for a long time to come. The current threat landscape is complex, and we are more vigilant.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Op-ed in Aftenposten

New EEA and Norway Grants agreement with Romania: Contributing to the fight against disinformation

Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide today signed a new agreement on a new funding period for the EEA and Norway Grants with Romania. For the first time, measures to combat disinformation are included as part of the cooperation.

Joint statement from the B9 and the Nordic Allies' meeting

We, the leaders of the Bucharest Nine and the Nordic Allies, met today in Bucharest. We welcome the participation of the NATO Secretary General, as well as the President of Ukraine. We also welcome the participation of the United States of America, as observers.

Biannual address to the Storting on important EU and EEA matters

Held 12 May 2026 to the Norwegian Parliament.

By Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide

Norway allocates millions to trace missing persons

Norway is allocating NOK 30 million to the work of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to trace missing persons as a result of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine.