PM Carney, Norway PM Jonas Gahr Støre hold joint media availability

Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre held a joint media availability in Ottawa on September 20, 2026, to discuss strengthening bilateral relations, including defense ties and energy cooperation. Their meeting follows Carney's visit to Norway in March, the first by a sitting Canadian prime minister since 1980. During their discussions, Støre warned of "real threats" from Russia, ranging from hybrid activities to potential sabotage, echoing concerns raised by Poland's leadership about possible Russian attacks on European countries supporting Ukraine. Both leaders emphasized the importance of intelligence sharing and cooperation among Arctic nations as a response to renewed security challenges posed by Russia.