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Signing of agreement to build Ukrainian drones in Norway

27/04/2026 News story Ministry of Defence

Norway continues its support for Ukraine. The partnership between Ukraine and Norway is becoming even closer. Now, a set of agreements are signed, marking the start of production of Ukrainian drones in Norway.

Commitment to provide security guarantees for Ukraine

06/01/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

On Tuesday, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre participated in a summit of the Coalition of the Willing in support of Ukraine. The coalition members agreed that any future peace agreement must be backed up by security guarantees provided by European

Government to provide additional NOK 115 billion to strengthen Long-term Defence Plan

27/03/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence

The Norwegian Government will allocate an additional NOK 115 billion to the financial framework for the Long-term Defence Plan for the period up to 2036. NOK 31 billion of this will be provided by 2030. The Government is also proposing adjustments

Prime Minister participated in international summit on Strait of Hormuz

17/04/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

Today, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre took part in an online summit to discuss the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Changes among the political advisers

30/04/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

Ms. Emilie Bersaas von Essen is appointed as political adviser to Minister of Energy, Mr. Terje Aasland.

Further NOK 2.8 billion in support to Ukraine

06/05/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘Together with our European partners, Norway is providing funding for military support packages to help Ukraine to defend itself. The military equipment is sourced from the US. Another important contribution is now under way. It is my hope that more

Prime Minister Støre met with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa

15/01/2025 News story Office of the Prime Minister

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre met with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa. This is the first official visit from Palestine since Norway recognised Palestine as a state in May last year.

Changes among the political advisers

31/07/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

Mr. Anders Vissers Brabrand resigns as political adviser to Minister of Agriculture and Food Nils Kristen Sandtrøen, as of 1 August 2026.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited Norway

22/05/2025 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte had a chance to see key aspects of Norway’s contribution to NATO first-hand when he visited Evenes Military Air Station and Ramsund Naval Station in North Norway on Thursday.

Norway and Ukraine establish strategic partnership

23/08/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

Today in Kyiv, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a joint declaration on the establishment of a strategic partnership.

Norway to further strengthen cooperation with Germany

22/07/2025 News story Office of the Prime Minister

At a meeting in Berlin on Monday 21 July, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz agreed to strengthen cooperation between Norway and Germany in a broad range of areas, including defence and security, industry and the

Joint Statement of Leaders of the Nordic-Baltic Eight on Ukraine

10/08/2025 News story Office of the Prime Minister

We stand firm in our unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity in the face of Russia’s illegal war of aggression.

‘A whole nation is in mourning’

28/08/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

‘It is with great sorrow that I received the news that His Majesty King Harald V has died.

Joint Statement by the Leaders of the Nordic-Baltic Eight and Ukraine

03/09/2025 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

We - the leaders of the Nordic-Baltic Eight - reaffirm our unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity in the face of Russia’s continued illegal war of aggression. We are proud to stand together with

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre participated in Gaza summit in Egypt

14/10/2025 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘Today’s meeting brings real hope of an end to the suffering in Gaza, even though the path to peace is still long. Today’s exchange of hostages and prisoners is an important step towards peace. It has been deeply moving to see the pictures of

Prime Minister Støre to participate in G20 Summit: ‘An important arena for cooperation in a more polarised world’

22/11/2025 News story Office of the Prime Minister

This weekend, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre is participating in the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, where leaders of the world’s major economies will meet to discuss global challenges.

Changes in the Government

04/02/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

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

Changes among the political advisers

04/02/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

After the changes in the Government today, Ms. Trine Bilet (Lab.) is appointed political adviser to Minister of Children and Families, Ms. Lene Vågslid (Lab.).

Norway to contribute equipment and training for a Ukrainian brigade

24/02/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Nordic-Baltic countries will provide equipment and training for a Ukrainian brigade-sized unit. This is in response to a request by Ukraine.

Norway to host Joint Expeditionary Force Leaders’ Summit on security

06/05/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

This week, Norway is hosting the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) Leaders’ Summit. The JEF is a security coalition between 10 countries in northern Europe. The heads of state and government of these countries will be meeting in Oslo on 8-9 May.