Latest news from the Norwegian Government on the situation in Ukraine

Norwegian support to Ukraine and neighbouring countries

This is an overview of Norway’s support to Ukraine and other countries affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Opening address by the Prime Minister at Leangkollen Security Conference

“I believe that the notion of deterrence and reassurance is the right equation. But what matters is that the deterrence has to be credible. We have to make it credible in the way we invest, train and exercise our responsibility. The reassurance point for me is really about how we are recognisable, long-term and predictable”, said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo

Important dialogue with China

‘It's important to maintain dialogue and cooperation with China on current international affairs and the global economy. We have discussed the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, the situation in the Red Sea, and the need for cooperation on climate issues and how to strengthen the international institutions. I have also raised the issue of human rights,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

Norway’s support to Ukraine is of vital importance

The Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine is helping Ukraine both to defend its people and territory against Russia’s attacks and to maintain critical public functions.

Norway extends agreement on medical evacuation from Ukraine

Norway is extending its cooperation with the EU on transporting Ukrainian patients to Norway and other European hospitals for medical treatment. Norway will continue the medical evacuation operation until November 2024.

Norway to open embassy office in Moldova

Norway is strengthening its presence in Moldova by opening an embassy office in the capital Chișinău.

The Prime Minister's remarks at the panel discussion on “Rethinking Arctic Development” at the Arctic Frontiers conference

'There are eight coastal states around the Arctic. Now, one of those eight states are kept on the outside, for obvious reasons. How do we take that into account? We have done a lot of progress on how we involve indigenous groups, local groups, local communities. How do we take that forward?', said Prime Minister Støre.

Settlement of refugees

Settlement with public assistance is a voluntary service offered by the Norwegian state. The Norwegian Directorate of Integration and Diversity (IMDi) and municipalitices decides where refugees are setteled.

New measures to ensure continued control of immigration

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is continuing with full force. More than half of the Ukrainian refugees who arrive in the Nordic countries seek protection in Norway. Norway will continue to provide support for Ukrainians, but is imposing more restrictions to bring the level of arrivals closer to that of the Nordic countries.

Norway allocates two billion Norwegian kroner to increase production capacity of ammunition

The Norwegian government allocates two billion kroner to increase production capacity in the Norwegian defence industry, mainly for artillery ammunition. The government has already allocated approximately one billion NOK to increase the Norwegian capacity of ammunition production through co-financing of ASAP projects.

About the war graves

There are 29 450 foreign war graves in Norway. All foreign war graves are maintained and provided for by the Norwegian Government.

The Prime Minister’s speech at the Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise (NHO) annual conference

“We have enough land area in our country to be able to develop onshore wind power wisely and responsibly. And soon we will be holding the first auction for offshore wind projects. This represents a milestone”, said Prime Minister Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo Spektrum

Readmission agreements

Overview of countries Norway has signed readmission agreements with.

- Ukrainian fighter pilots will begin their training in Denmark with Norwegian F-16`s.

Defence minister Bjørn Arild Gram visited the airfield in Bodø this week, where the remaining preparations for the F-16s are being conducted before a mission. Norway is presenting two F-16 fighter jets that will train and educate Ukrainian personnel in Denmark. Norway is also sending down ten instructors that will aid in the training and education. - The contribution of F-16 from the military sector is nothing more than impressive, states the defence minister.

General tax conventions between Norway and other states

General tax conventions for the avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of fiscal evasion,and other international agreements regarding tax matters.

New Year Speech 2024

Good evening everyone, the turn of the year is a time to take stock. Of the year that is now behind us, and the year that is to come. And let’s be honest. For many of us, 2023 has been a year where we have had to contend with forces that were beyond our control, forces that left us feeling anxious and vulnerable.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre National radio and television, 1 January 2024

Direct sales of weapons and defense-related products to Ukraine permitted from 1 January 2024

The Norwegian government has decided to permit direct sales of weapons and defense-related products from the Norwegian defense industry to the defense authorities in Ukraine. This policy change will enter into force on January 1 2024.

Foreign Minster Eide condemns Russian attacks on Ukraine

‘Norway condemns Russia’s massive drone and missile attack on Ukrainian cities. Attacks on civilians are unacceptable’, said Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide.

Ukrainians with dual citizenship will not be granted temporary collective protection in Norway

The Ministry of Justice and Public Security today issued instructions to the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) with the effect that Ukrainians who also have citizenship in a safe country will not receive temporary collective protection in Norway.

President Zelensky met representatives of the Norwegian business community

The Norwegian business sector is well-placed to assist in the reconstruction of Ukraine. Today, President Volodomyr Zelensky met with the leaders of 14 Norwegian companies to discuss areas in which the business sector can contribute.