Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday conveyed his appreciation to Norway PM Jonas Gahr Store for the warm reception extended to him upon arrival in Oslo. He also stated that he believes the visit will further solidify the relationship between India and Norway.
Taking to X, PM Modi posted, “Landed in Oslo, Norway. I’m grateful to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre for the warm welcome at the airport. This is the first Prime Ministerial visit to Norway in over four decades. I’m confident it will add vigour to the India-Norway friendship.”
“I will call on Their Majesties King Harald V and Queen Sonja and hold talks with Prime Minister Støre. Tomorrow, on the 19th, the 3rd India-Nordic Summit will take place in Oslo, presenting a wonderful opportunity to meet my Nordic counterparts,” the post further read.”
Landed in Oslo, Norway. I’m grateful to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre for the warm welcome at the airport. This is the first Prime Ministerial visit to Norway in over four decades. I’m confident it will add vigour to the India-Norway friendship. I will call on Their Majesties… pic.twitter.com/dbduzAXVjt
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 18, 2026
The Prime Minister will jointly address the India-Norway Business and Research Summit with PM Store, where both leaders will also emphasise opportunities for expanding cooperation across sectors.
The Ministry of External Affairs described Norway as a key partner for India and also noted that the visit is expected to provide renewed momentum to bilateral relations.
God morgen Norge!
Prime Minister @narendramodi has arrived in Oslo, Norway. In a special gesture, he was received by PM @JonasGahrStore at the airport.
This is PM Modi’s first visit to Norway and a Prime Ministerial visit from India to Norway in 43 years.
Norway is a valued… pic.twitter.com/J1r44SZ2bd
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) May 18, 2026
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