Norway is consistently ranked among the most prosperous countries in the world.
The Kingdom of Norway
NorwayNorthern Europe-3:00Hours behind the UAE
About the Country
General Information
National Identity
Official Language(s)Norwegian, Sami
National CurrencyNorwegian Krone (NOK)
National Day(s)17 May (Constitution Day)
Capitals
Political / Administrative CapitalOslo
Economic CapitalOslo
Cultural CapitalOslo
Transport & Connectivity
Flight Duration from the UAE≈ 7 – 7.5 h
Direct flights
Primary AirportOslo Airport, Gardermoen (OSL)
Primary PortPort of Oslo
Geography
Land Area-
Length of the Coastline~100,915 km
Highest PointGaldhopiggen (2,469 m)
Primary Inland Water Body / RiverLake Mjosa (largest lake; linked to critical drinking-water reservoirs and the city of Lillehammer)
ClimateSubarctic, temperate, maritime
Border Countries
FinlandRussiaSweden
3Last Updated: July 2026Source: Internal Research
Key Facts
Norway was originally called Nordweg, meaning “the Northern Way.”
Norway is consistently ranked among the happiest countries in the world.
Norway is considered one of the world’s least corrupt countries, ranking fifth in Transparency International’s 2015 Corruption Perceptions Index.
Norway is home to Vinnufossen, Europe’s highest waterfall and the world’s sixth tallest, at 860 meters.
Norway has the largest glacier in mainland Europe, Jostedalsbreen, covering 487 square kilometers.
The world’s longest road tunnel is Norway’s Laerdal Tunnel, at 24.5 kilometers.
Norway shares the Scandinavian peninsula with Sweden and Finland.
Between 98% and 99% of Norway’s electricity comes from hydroelectric power.
The petroleum sector accounts for 37% of Norway’s exports.
Norway has one of the highest gasoline prices in the world at $1.89 a liter.
In 2017, Norway became the first country in the world to turn off FM radio and switch to digital.
Last Updated: July 2026Source: Internal Research
Economic Overview
Macroeconomic Snapshot
GDP, current prices-USD Billions
Real GDP growth-Annual percent change (%)
GDP per capita, current prices-USD per capita
Population-Millions of people
General government gross debt-% of GDP
Income levelWorld Bank classification-
Economic Comparison
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Foreign Trade
No data available for this section yet.
Political Overview
Leadership
H.M. King Haakon VIII
Since August 2026
H.E. Jonas Gahr Store
Since October 2021
H.E. Espen Barth Eide
Since October 2023
H.E. Jens Stoltenberg
Since February 2025
H.E. Cecilie Myrseth
Since April 2024
H.E. Tore Sandvik
Since February 2025
Political Summary
Political System
Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
The King serves as Head of State in a largely ceremonial role, while the Prime Minister leads the government. Executive power is exercised by the government, while legislative power is vested in the Storting, the unicameral parliament.
Ruling Party
Norwegian Labour Party (Ap): Centre-left (since 2021)
Main Opposition Force(s)
Progress Party (FrP): Right-wingConservative Party (H): Centre-right
Next Presidential Election
Not applicable (Hereditary)
Next Legislative Election
September 2029
Last Updated: September 2026Source: Internal Research
Membership in Key Organizations and Blocs
57Organizations
16Member
19Founding Member
8Partner, Observer or Participant
14Not a Member
No organisation matches.
Last Updated: July 2026Source: Official websites of the respective organizations
Competitiveness Indexes
| Index | Year | Rank Out of | Norway | UAE |
|---|
No index matches.
Bilateral Relations
Diplomatic Relations and Representation
Date of Establishment of Diplomatic Relations2 Nov 197452 years of relations
UAE Ambassador
H.E. Fatema Khamis AlmazroueiUAE Ambassador to Norway · ResidentForeign Ambassador
H.E. Olav MyklebustAmbassador of Norway to the UAE · ResidentLast Updated: June 2026Source: MoFA; Internal Research
Flights by UAE Carriers
Passenger Flights
October 2026 figures7Total Weekly Passenger Flights
EYEtihad Airways0
EKEmirates7
FZflydubai0
G9Air Arabia0
Cargo Flights
October 2026 figures0Total Weekly Cargo Flights
EYEtihad Cargo0
EKEmirates SkyCargo0
Last Updated: October 2026Source: GCAA
Consular Information
Tourists | Residents | Students | Golden Visa Holders | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Norway Nationalsin the UAE | - | - | - | - |
UAE Citizensin Norway | - | - | - | - |
Main Agreements and MoUs
| Agreement / MOU | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
CEPAComprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement | - | - |
IPPAInvestment Protection and Promotion Agreement | - | - |
DTADouble Taxation Avoidance Agreement | - | - |
ASAAir Services Agreement | Ratified | Signed on 7 Oct 2024.Entered into force on 7 Oct 2024. |
Ratified— Signed and entered into force
Signed— Signed, but entry into force or ratification is pending
Not Signed— No signed agreement exists
Last Updated: April 2026Source: Internal Research
UAE Foreign Assistance
| UAE Aid to Norway | Total Amount |
|---|---|
| Amount (USD Mn) | - |
Bilateral Visits
Official Visits from the UAE
- H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al NahyanMinister of Tolerance and CoexistenceSep2026
- H.E. Noura bint Mohamed Al KaabiMinister of StateJun2025
- H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al NahyanCrown Prince of Abu DhabiOct2024
- H.E. Reem bint Ebrahim Al HashimyMinister of State for International CooperationJun2024
- H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al NahyanMinister of Foreign Affairs and International CooperationJun2017
Official Visits to the UAE
- H.E. Borge BrendePresident and Chief Executive Officer of the World Economic ForumOct2025
- H.E. Jonas Gahr StorePrime Minister of NorwayDec2023
- H.E. Espen Barth EideMinister of Foreign Affairs of NorwayDec2023
- H.E. Bjornar SkjaeranMinister of Fisheries and Ocean Policy of NorwayFeb2022
- H.E. Dr. Henrik ThuneState Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of NorwayNov2021
The officials’ titles shown reflect the positions held at the time of the visit.
Last Updated: September 2026Source: Internal Research
Trade
Non-Oil Bilateral Trade
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Rank Among UAE's Trade Partners
-Non-oil trade partner of the UAE
-Source of UAE imports
-Destination for UAE exports
-Destination for UAE re‑exports
Key Trade Commodities
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Foreign Direct Investment Flows
Jan 2021 – Sep 2026
FDI Inflows (Into the UAE)406.3USD Millions
Jan 2021 – Sep 2026
FDI Outflows (UAE Abroad)6.0USD Millions
Capex and jobs data include estimated values.
Last Updated: November 2026Source: fDi Markets
Major Companies and Investments
Major Norwegian Companies in the UAE
EquinorEnergy and renewables
JotunPaints and industrial coatings
DNVMaritime classification and industrial certification
Yara InternationalFertilizers and industrial chemicals
WilhelmsenLogistics and shipping
Major UAE Companies in Norway
Mubadala Investment CompanyDigital infrastructure and industrial services
DP WorldPorts and logistics
Masdar-
Last Updated: April 2026Source: Internal Research
Business Support
Dubai Chambers
Business Council(s)Norwegian Business Council
International Office(s)-
Joint Business Council(s)-
Last Updated: September 2026Source: Various UAE Chambers
Cooperation Opportunities
Priority level: HIGH / MEDIUM / EMERGING, based on overall attractiveness to the UAE.
Last Updated: September 2026Source: Internal Research