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.
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.
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.
Ukraine
Russia invaded Ukraine on 24th February 2022. On this page you will find content about the war in Ukraine and its consequences for Norway.