‘The fact that NATO heads of state and government are convening for the second time in less than a month to discuss our joint response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, shows clearly allied unity in NATO. Russia has underestimated the strength and unity of the transatlantic Alliance,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. Prime Minister Støre will be participating in…
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NATO at a Crossroad: Views from NATO HQ and Norway
Minister of Defence Odd Roger Enoksen: Dear Deputy Secretary General, Mircea. Welcome to Norway, the Northern Flank of NATO. And thank you Kate, the panel and the participants. Let me start by addressing the near future. The situation in Europe has not been as tense since the Cold War. The Russian military build-up around Ukraine and the demands to the…
Read MoreDefense Ministers of UK & Norway Hold Discussions
The challenging security situation in Europe was the main topic when ministers Wallace and Enoksen met in in Oslo on Thursday 13th of January. Both the UK and Norway are deeply concerned about the situation in and around Ukraine. We value our close cooperation with our most important European ally, and appreciate this opportunity to discuss the security situation and…
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