| Area Total | 323,802 sq km |
| Climate | temperate along coast, modified by North Atlantic Current; colder interior with increased precipitation and colder summers; rainy year-round on west coast |
| Natural Resources | petroleum, natural gas, iron ore, copper, lead, zinc, titanium, pyrites, nickel, fish, timber, hydropower |
| Imports | Sweden 11.4%, Germany 11%, China 9.8%, US 6.8%, South Korea 6.7%, Denmark 5.4%, UK 4.7% (2017) – machinery and equipment, chemicals, metals, foodstuffs |
| Government | parliamentary constitutional monarchy |
| Capital | Oslo |
| Population | 5,372,191 (July 2018 est.) |
| Ethnicity | Norwegian 83.2% (includes about 60,000 Sami), other European 8.3%, other 8.5% (2017 est.) |
| Language | Bokmal Norwegian (official), Nynorsk Norwegian (official), small Sami- and Finnish-speaking minorities |
| Exports | UK 21.1%, Germany 15.5%, Netherlands 9.9%, Sweden 6.6%, France 6.4%, Belgium 4.8%, Denmark 4.7%, US 4.6% (2017) – petroleum and petroleum products, machinery and equipment, metals, chemicals, ships, fish |
News about Norway
- Over 12 tonnes of new KitKat chocolate range stolen in Europeby The Local Norway on March 29, 2026
A huge shipment of Nestle's crunchy KitKat chocolate bars was stolen in Europ, the brand said, warning that the heist risked causing shortages in stores right before Easter.
- What are European countries doing to keep fuel costs down?by The Local Norway on March 28, 2026
War in the Middle East has caused energy market volatility around the globe, forcing governments in Europe to intervene and keep fuel costs down for consumers.
- Norway announces cut to fuel taxes: How much will you save?by The Local Norway on March 27, 2026
After a dramatic political battle in the Norwegian parliament, a majority of lawmakers voted to temporarily remove the road tax on petrol and diesel, the clearest sign yet that soaring fuel prices driven by the war in the Middle East are forcing politicians to act.
- Norway to hike defence budget by 115 billion kroner over 10 yearsby The Local Norway on March 27, 2026
Norway, a NATO member bordering Russia, said Friday, March 27th, it was increasing its defense budget by 115 billion kroner ($11 billion) over the next decade, citing a deteriorating security situation.
- Fuel price protests in Norway: Go-slow convoys disrupt major roadsby The Local Norway on March 27, 2026
Driven by soaring fuel prices, around 12 "Drive Slowly" campaigns have organised motorcades on main roads across Norway this Friday, March 27th.
- UK warns of Easter travel delays due to new EU border checksby The Local Norway on March 27, 2026
The British government has alerted UK tourists travelling to the Schengen area around Easter about the full implementation of EU’s new Entry/Exit border system (EES), urging travellers to allow additional time for journeys.
- British-Norwegian teenager still stuck in Denmark due to new UK travel rulesby The Local Norway on March 27, 2026
A 16-year-old British-Norwegian dual national schoolgirl is still stuck in Copenhagen some three weeks after being denied her Norwegian Air flight home because of the UK's new travel rules.
- What’s on: The best events in Norway in April 2026by The Local Norway on March 27, 2026
If you need some inspiration (or excuses) for what to do in Norway this April here are some of the best events this month.
- Key points: Everything that changes about life in Norway in April 2026by The Local Norway on March 26, 2026
From the busy Easter holidays to high-stakes wage negotiations and the deadline for your 2025 taxes, April is a month where you need to keep a close eye on several key changes.
- Swedish liquor store closes to keep out drunk Norwegiansby The Local Norway on March 26, 2026
The Swedish border town of Strömstad will be keeping its local Systembolaget store shut on Maundy Thursday, to avoid being flooded with Norwegians in search of a tipple.
- Today in Norway: A roundup of the latest news on Thursdayby The Local Norway on March 26, 2026
Parliament to vote on emergency fuel subsidies, Progress Party calls for foreign residents to be deported if there is 'a risk they might commit crime', and other news from Norway on Thursday.
- Norway urges dialogue in South Sudanby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 25, 2026
Norway on Wednesday urged South Sudan’s leaders to engage in inclusive political dialogue as violence increases and uncertainty grows over planned elections later this year, warning the country risks further…
- Norway to Open Honorary Consulate in Bratislavaby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 25, 2026
Norway will open its first honorary consulate in Slovakia, Tomas Marcinko of the Norwegian Embassy in Vienna informed on Tuesday, adding that the official opening ceremony will take place on…
- Norway moves to change 'discriminatory' overtime rules for part-time workersby The Local Norway on March 25, 2026
Part-time workers in Norway may soon qualify for fairer overtime pay. The government has announced more direct action on a legal grey area that courts in Norway and Europe have found discriminatory.
- Truck drivers in Norway to stage fuel price protests on major highwaysby The Local Norway on March 25, 2026
Groups of truck and tractor drivers angered by the high diesel prices have announced plans to disrupt traffic on some of Norway’s busiest highways this Friday. Drivers should prepare for delays.
- What you need to know about travel in Norway this Easterby The Local Norway on March 24, 2026
Easter (påske) is Norway's busiest travel season. Whether you plan to go skiing, visit family, or escape to a sunnier city abroad, here’s what you need to know to travel smoothly this year.
- Norway concern over Pakistani strike on Kabulby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 18, 2026
The United Kingdom, European Union (EU), Norway and the United Nations have voiced concern over a Pakistani military regime strike on a drug rehabilitation centre in Kabul, stressing the need…
- SAS cancels 29 flights in Norway after Middle East escalationby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 18, 2026
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has cancelled 29 flights from several Norwegian airports, citing sharply rising fuel prices linked to the escalating conflict in the Middle East. According to airport operator Avinor, the cancellations…
- Norway and Canada agree on strategic cooperationby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 15, 2026
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a joint statement on further strengthening Norwegian-Canadian cooperation. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre met with Canadian Prime…
- Mother and 3 sons in custody over US embassy bomb in Norwayby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 15, 2026
Three brothers and their mother have been remanded in police custody for up to four weeks on suspicion of taking part in the bombing of the US embassy in Oslo…
- Armenia, Norway hold political consultations in Osloby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 10, 2026
Political consultations between the foreign ministries of the Republic of Armenia and the Kingdom of Norway were held in Oslo, the capital of Norway, co-chaired by Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister…
- Police release images of suspect in U.S. embassy attack in Osloby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 10, 2026
Oslo, Norway, police have released images of a person suspected in the bombing outside the U.S. embassy in the city on Sunday. Two images from surveillance video were released showing a person…
- Explosion reported outside US embassy in Oslo, police sayby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 8, 2026
Police in Norway have cordoned off the area around the US embassy in Oslo after an explosion was reported there. “Large resources” were sent to the area at about 01:00…
- Armenian envoy discusses cooperation with Norwayby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 6, 2026
Armenian Ambassador to the United States Narek Mkrtchyan met on March 3 with Norway’s Ambassador to the United States Anniken Krutnes and separately with Iceland’s Ambassador to the United States…
- Mongolia and Norway discuss issues of cooperationby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on March 6, 2026
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsetseg Batmunkh and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway Espen Barth Eide held official talks, Montsame reported. During the talks, the two sides discussed…
- TELL US: What's the best district in Oslo for foreigners?by The Local Norway on March 5, 2026
Oslo is an easy city for foreigners to settle in, but should you opt for an upmarket district like Frogner, Majorstuen, or St. Hanshaugen, or for the more vibrant Grünerløkka? Which less expensive districts or suburbs are best for foreigners? We want to hear from our readers.
- Norwegian FM: Israeli strike on Iran does not comply with international lawby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on February 28, 2026
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide said on Saturday that he is deeply concerned that a new large-scale war is beginning in the Middle East following strikes by Israel and…
- More minors in Norway want to reduce their social media use: Reportby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on February 28, 2026
More Norwegian children and young people want to reduce their social media use, according to a new survey. A new report from the Norwegian Media Authority said that 38% of…
- Former Norway PM attempts suicide after Epstein scandalby Nadarajah Sethurupan (NORWAY NEWS – latest news, breaking stories and comment – NORWAY NEWS) on February 28, 2026
Former Norwegian Prime Minister Thorbjorn Jagland was hospitalized a week ago after attempting suicide, iNyheter reports. The portal’s sources note that this episode of hospitalization had not previously been covered…
- What is a 'Språkkafé' and why is it so popular in Norway?by The Local Norway on February 28, 2026
They are free, social, and often fill up within minutes. Språkkafées have quietly become some of Norway’s most popular places for integration, but what actually goes on inside?


















