Zelenskyy discusses next steps in security partnership with Norwegian PM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone call with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre on 1 April to discuss specific steps in the security partnership between the two countries.

Source: European Pravda citing Zelenskyy on X (Twitter), as cited by European Pravda

Details: Zelenskyy said he and Støre discussed the global situation in general and bilateral cooperation in particular.

Quote: "Norway is one of the leaders in supporting Ukraine, and it is only natural for us to be partners in security. Jonas and I went over specific steps, which our teams will follow up on."

More details: Zelenskyy added that they talked about a long-term partnership that could strengthen both Ukraine and its partners, above all in the protection of the Ukrainian skies.

He also told Støre about the meetings and talks in the Middle East and the Gulf.

Quote: "Significant agreements have already been reached, and the number of countries interested in security cooperation with us is growing. Ukraine is open to equally effective cooperation with European countries, and a relevant foundation has already been laid through our bilateral agreements on defence production and other joint initiatives."

More details: Zelenskyy also said Ukraine is counting on results from its contact with the US negotiating team, and that preparations are underway for "joint work with European partners" in the coming days and weeks.

Background:

• Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko announced on 18 March that Norway will allocate US$200 million in budget support to Ukraine.
• Norway will also allocate €8 million to companies investing in Ukraine.
• Ellen Reitan, State Secretary of the Norwegian Ministry of Finance, said in late 2025 that Norway's total financial support for Ukraine will have exceeded €19.4 billion by the end of 2026.

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