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The Prime Minister's speech at the Arctic Frontiers conference

'We are the eyes and ears of NATO in the north. We work together with the US on this. It matters for US’ homeland security,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Tromsø

Changes among the political advisers

Mr. Munir Jaber resigns as political adviser to Minister of Research and Higher Education, Ms. Sigrun Aasland. Mr. Jaber is appointed again as political adviser to Minister of Transport, Mr. Jon-Ivar Nygård.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, the King has appointed Ms. Anette Stegegjerdet Norberg as state secretary to Minister of Agriculture and Food, Mr. Nils Kristen Sandtrøen, as of 2 February 2026.

Prime Minister’s introduction at press conference on the announced US tariffs

'I would like to stress that there is broad consensus among NATO’s 32 member countries - including the US - on the need to enhance security in the Arctic, including in Greenland,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre

Changes among the political advisers

Ms. Petra Brinch is appointed as political adviser to Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion, Ms. Kjersti Stenseng.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, the King has appointed Mr. Jakob Vorren as state secretary to Minister of Transport, Mr. Jon-Ivar Nygård.

Changes among the political advisers

Mr. Mathias Solli is appointed as political adviser to Minister of Defence, Mr. Tore O. Sandvik.

Challenges and Opportunities in Global Health

In a world increasingly shaped by conflict, climate change, financial constraints, and growing mistrust in science, the global health landscape faces both unprecedented challenges and transformative opportunities. As evidencebased decision-making

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, the King has appointed Ms. Sigrid Hagerup Melhuus as state secretary to Minister of Trade and Industry, Ms. Cecilie Myrseth.

The Government Follows Up on the Parliament’s Decision Regarding the Ethical Framework for the Pension Fund

On November 4, the Norwegian Parliament (Stortinget) requested that the government review the ethical framework for the Government Pension Fund Global (GPFG).

Changes among the political advisers

Ms. Sandra Edith Kalland Tenud resigns as political adviser to Minister of Defence, Mr. Tore O. Sandvik.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, the King has appointed Ms. Renate Tårnes as state secretary to Minister of Health and Care services, Mr. Jan Christian Vestre.

Changes among the political advisers

Mr. Ola Helmich Borchgrevink Pedersen is appointed political adviser to Minister of Finance, Mr. Jens Stoltenberg.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, the King has honourably discharged Ms. Bhanuja Rasiah as state secretary to Minister of Health and Care services, Mr. Jan Christian Vestre. Ms. Rasiah is appointed state secretary to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

The National Budget 2026: Securing the economy, society and country

The Government will continue to implement a responsible economic policy in the proposed National Budget for 2026.

Changes among the political advisers

Ms. Signe Ramson Høie is appointed political adviser to Minister of Culture and Equality, Ms. Lubna Jaffery.

Changes among the political advisers

Mr. Marius Meisfjord Jøsevold is appointed political adviser to Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Mr. Bjørnar Skjæran.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, the King has honourably discharged Ms. Ingunn Trosholmen and Ms. Siri Holland as state secretaries to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, as of 9 October 2025.

Norwegian guidelines for freedom of religion or belief

In its political platform, the Government states that it will work for upholding international law and human rights, with particular emphasis on promoting freedom of expression, freedom of assembly, and freedom of religion or belief. Respect for

Changes in the Government

In the Council of State today, the King has made changes in the Government.