Trump Welcomes Norway’s PM Støre to teh White House Amidst Global Tensions
Washington D.C. – president Donald Trump hosted Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre at the White House on Thursday, signaling continued close ties between the United States and Norway [[2]], [[3]]. The meeting, which also included Norwegian Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg, addressed key issues such as security cooperation, the ongoing situation in Ukraine, and trade relations.
A Warm Welcome
President Trump greeted Prime Minister Støre with a heartfelt handshake
, exchanging smiles and pleasantries before proceeding into the White House. Prior to their private discussions, the leaders held a brief press session.
Did You Know?
Jonas Gahr Støre is the tenth head of government to meet with President Trump since his second term began in January.
president Trump’s Remarks
President Trump expressed his admiration for both Prime minister Støre and Finance Minister Stoltenberg during the press briefing.
It is a great honor to have the highly respected, fantastic prime minister of the Kingdom of Norway with us here today. he has done a fantastic job and is really highly respected around the world.
President Donald Trump
Addressing Stoltenberg,Trump added:
It’s nice to meet my good friend,who did such a good job in NATO.You did a fantastic job, and thank you very much. I am very happy you are here and that we meet again in these circumstances.
President Donald Trump
Key Discussion Points
Prime Minister Støre’s agenda for the meeting included Norwegian-American security cooperation, the situation in Ukraine, customs and trade, and the importance of the alliance between Norway and the United States. He emphasized the significance of norway’s observations in the arctic region and its direct impact on U.S. security policy.
Pro Tip
The Arctic region is increasingly important for global security due to its melting ice caps, which open up new shipping routes and access to natural resources, but also create potential for conflict.
Allies and Friends
Responding to questions from NTB, President Trump affirmed the strong relationship between the two nations:
norway has always been an ally. They have always been someone we have been very close,very pleasant with,perhaps even more with me than with other people. Norway has been a friend.
President Donald Trump
U.S. Government Participants
Several key U.S. government officials were expected to attend the meeting, including Secretary of State marco Rubio, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. Vice President JD Vance was unable to attend due to travel in Germany.
Looking Ahead
While the specific outcomes of the meeting remain to be seen, Prime Minister Støre extended an invitation to President Trump to visit Norway.
I love Norway, I want to ski. norway is lovely and has a beautiful people,
President Donald Trump
