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The Norwegian Government's action plan for export

The Norwegian Government's action plan for export encompasses topics such as the overall trade policy situation, the global economic crisis created by the corona pandemic and the competitive situation for Norwegian companies abroad.

Blue Justice

The Blue Justice initiative will assist developing countries in combating crime in the fisheries sector. It is about promoting cooperation towards a fair and sustainable blue economy without fisheries crime.

Action plan to combat social dumping and work-related crime

The Action plan to combat social dumping and work-related crime was submitted by the Government 1 October 2022.

Gender Equality Strategy for the Maritime Sector

Norway's arctic policy

The report "Norway's arctic policy: Creating value, managing resources, confronting climate change and fostering knowledge. Developments in the Arctic concern us all." was presented by Prime Minister Erna Solberg and Minister of Foreign Affairs, 

A greener industrial initiative for Norway

The Norwegian Government’s Green Industrial Initiative will guide Norway’s economy through its greatest transition in modern times. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, Minister of Trade and Industry Jan Christian Vestre, and Minister of Agriculture and

Closer cooperation between Norway and Germany to develop green industry

Norway and Germany are expanding cooperation to increase production of renewable energy and to develop green industry. The two countries have issued two joint declarations outlining the next steps in their cooperation in the areas of hydrogen,

Meld. St. 29 (2014–2015) - Globalisation and trade: Trade policy challenges and opportunities for Norway

Meld. St. 29 (2014–2015) Report to the Storting (white paper) Summary

The white paper presents ongoing changes in the Norwegian and global economy, as well as global trade cooperation. It also discusses the consequences these changes have on the Norwegian efforts to negotiate and take advantage of trade agreements in

Meld. St. 32 (2014–2015) - Norwegian Interests and Policy in the Antarctic

This is the first time a Norwegian Government has presented a white paper that provides a complete overview of Norway's interests and policy in the Antarctic. Norwegian Antarctic policy is based on recognition of the need to maintain Norway's

Meld. St. 8 (2019–2020) - The state’s direct ownership of companies

Meld. St. 8 (2019–2020) Report to the Storting (white paper)

In the white paper on ownership policy, the Government describes why the state has direct ownership interests in companies, what the state owns and how the state exercises its ownership.

Meld. St. 12 (2012-2013) - Long-term Perspectives on the Norwegian Economy 2013 – a summary

Meld. St. 18 (2018–2019) - The health industry

Meld. St. 18 (2018–2019) Report to the Storting (white paper) Summary

NOU 2015: 8 - The School of the Future

Renewal of subjects and competences

Report from the Commission appointed by Royal Decree on 21 June 2013. Submitted to The Ministry of Education and Research on 15 June 2015.

Meld. St. 37 (2014–2015) - Global security challenges in Norway’s foreign policy

Terrorism, organised crime, piracy and cyber threats

This is the first white paper to take a coherent approach to global security challenges, security and development policy. The Government has chosen to focus on four areas: terrorism, organised crime, piracy and cyber threats. These all have serious

How state ownership is exercised

The Government’s ambition is that the Norwegian State’s exercise of ownership shall be in accordance with the best international practice. The State shall be an active owner with a long-term perspective in line with good and responsible private

State-ownership in the energy sector

In the government’s view, private ownership should be the main rule in Norwegian business and industry. Direct state ownership requires a special justification.

State ownership in numbers: companies in category 2

For companies in Category 2 the State’s goal as an owner is sustainable and the most efficient possible attainment of public policy goals.

State ownership in numbers: companies in Category 1

For companies in Category 1 the State’s goal as an owner is the highest possible return over time in a sustainable manner.