Future Norway Needs New Solutions and More People Working
The government has today presented the report on Long-term Perspectives on the Norwegian Economy 2024, which discusses the main challenges for the Norwegian economy towards 2060. In this report, the government has set a goal to increase the share of employed individuals in the age group 20-64 from 80.5 per cent in 2023 to 82 per cent in 2030, with a further increase to 83 per cent by 2035.
NATO agrees to provide extensive support to Ukraine
The NATO countries have agreed to increase military support to Ukraine significantly. Measures approved by the Allies at the Washington Summit include EUR 40 billion in support within the next year, a greater coordinating role for NATO in training and weapons support, and the appointment of a NATO Senior Representative to head the NATO Representation to Ukraine.
IMF: Expect higher growth in the Norwegian economy
Economic growth will strengthen gradually and real incomes will increase, improving most households’ purchasing power. This is one of the conclusions of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)’s yearly assessment of the Norwegian economy and Norwegian economic policy, which was presented at the Norwegian Ministry of Finance in Oslo today.
Attack on Ukraine
Russia invaded Ukraine on 24th February 2022. On this page you will find content about the war in Ukraine and its consequences for Norway.