Overview

• Macron signed a strategic partnership elevating bilateral cooperation in defense, innovation and energy transition.
• The accord marks the first presidential-level visit to Norway since 1984, reflecting a growing focus on Arctic security.
• Macron spotlighted European unity on the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East during discussions with PM Jonas Gahr Støre.
• Naval Group remains in contention to supply five to six frigates under a multi-billion-euro Norwegian tender.
• Macron will proceed to the Netherlands for a NATO summit where allies will consider boosting military spending to 5 percent of GDP under U.S. and Russian pressure.