Speeches and statements

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

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

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo

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 have our relations.

Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine has profoundly changed Norway’s relations to Russia. At the same time, geography continues to bind us together. This requires a Russia policy that balances different considerations and ensures continued

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Op-ed in Aftenposten

Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Roald Amundsen's North Pole Expedition

'The North Pole, once symbolizing the edge of human exploration, is now a barometer for the health of our climate and environment. Or the canary in the mine,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Fram Museum, Oslo

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

Briefing to the Security Council on AHLC

Briefing to the Security Council on the Ad Hoc Liason Committee on Palestine by Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

By Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide

Norway’s High North policy

The People of the North - and how we can make sure that families thrive, young people stay, and new talent are attracted to the High North.

By Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Bjørnar Selnes Skjæran High North Dialogue, Bodø 23. april

How to learn from each other: Digitalisation of healthcare in Germany and Norway

By Minister of Health and Care Services Jan Christian Vestre German-Norwegian network

Minister Eide's statement at the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee (AHLC) meeting in Brussels

Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide statement at the meeting of the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee for Palestine (AHLC) in Brussels on Monday, 20 April.

By Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide

International Law Is Still Worth Defending

As the United States and Israel rain bombs down on Iran, with the stated intent of subduing one of the world’s most brutal regimes, international law is collateral damage. The US-Israeli strikes clearly defy fundamental rules governing the use of

By State Secretary Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik First published in Project Syndicate

Norway’s statement at the 3rd international conference on Sudan in Berlin

Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide held at the 3rd international conference on Sudan in Berlin, 15 April 2026.

By Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide

The Prime Minister's introduction at a press conference with President Volodymyr Zelenskyj

'We make important contributions and Ukraine is our first recipient of Norwegian aid. But this is not a one-way traffic. This is a mutual cooperation. And we agreed to work towards a strategic partnership between Norway and Ukraine - because Ukraine

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo

Statement the UN Population and Development Commission

Statement at the General Debate under the UN Population and Development Commission 59th Session, by Norwegian Minister of International Development, Åsmund Grøver Aukrust and Youth Delegate Uswa Malik 13th April 2026.

By Minister of International Development Åsmund Grøver Aukrust

Opening of the Bologna Children's Book Fair 2026

Ladies and Gentlemen. Signore e signori. Buongiorno a tutti. È un grande piacere per me essere presente in quest’occasione speciale e inaugurare la Fiera del Libro per Ragazzi di Bologna. E se il su fosse giù? E se il dentro fosse il fuori? E se io

By Minister of Culture and Equality Lubna Jaffery

The Prime Minister's statements at the press conferences at the JEF (Joint Expeditionary Force) Summit in Helsinki

'This is our neighborhood. The JEF has developed over the years to be a very important way for the Northern European and the Baltics to come together and share analysis on our deep cooperation on security,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Helsinki

Prime Minister Støre's speech at the Norwegian Shipowners' Association

You are in fact more important than in decades. And more exposed than before, the Prime Minister said to the Norwegian Shipowners' Association.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo

The Norwegian Prime Minister’s introduction at the joint press conference after the meeting between colleagues from Canada and the five Nordic countries

'We are strong countries in terms of our values, in terms of our determination, and we are ready to follow-up from the discussion - you have seen, in our common statement today,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo

The Prime Minister's introduction at the press conference with his German and Canadian colleagues

'This is not only about Norwegian security. If we take care of the Arctic in a responsible way, we serve Europe, we serve North America, we serve the purpose of the transatlantic relationship. We are demonstrating credible defence and credible

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Bardufoss