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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · 4d

That’s a wrap for the Midwest!

H.R.H. toured St. Olaf College, founded by Norwegian immigrants. H.R.H met with students and listened to presentations about their research. Photo Credits: Ola Vatn / Det kongelige hoff & Tom Hansen/Innovasjon Norge.

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · 5d

The royal visit continues! At the State Capitol, H.R.H. reaffirmed ties between Norway and Minnesota with @governorwalz.mn.gov and celebrated Norway’s more than 50-year partnership with the Minnesota National Guard. Photos: Tom Hansen/Innovasjon Norge

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · 6d

Today, H.R.H Crown Prince Haakon started his U.S. tour in Iowa, commemorating 200 years of organized Norwegian emigration to the United States. Stay tuned tomorrow and Wednesday for more events in Minnesota! Photos: Tom Hansen/Innovasjon Norge

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · 19d

✂️Big Scissors for a big impact! Ambassador Anniken Huitfeld cut the ribbon for the Norwegian-American Defense Industry Council’s new HQ. The defense industry supports U.S. national security–and American jobs–through production facilities across the country.

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Aug 29

Let's give a warm welcome to our wonderful new interns: Alba and Tora! Alba is from Oslo and holds a BA from King’s College London. Tora is from Bergen and recently completed her master’s degree at the London School of Economics. We are so excited to have them with us!

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Aug 29

Big news! His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon will soon visit New York, Iowa, and Minnesota. On October 9, in New York City, he will welcome a replica of the Restauration – the ship that launched organized emigration 200 years ago.

Photo: Dusan Reljin / Det kongelige hoff

An official portrait of HRH Crown Prince Haakon. He is standing on a wood floor between two large columns.

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Aug 6

Norway, together with Sweden and Denmark, will contribute with funds to support the new initiative to secure highly prioritized American defense equipment for Ukraine through NATO.

Norwegian support to initiative for Ukraine

Norway, together with Sweden and Denmark, will contribute with funds to support the new initiative to secure highly prioritised American defence equipment for Ukraine through NATO.

www.regjeringen.no

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jul 31

This National Intern Day (it really is!), we are bidding our fantastic interns, Helal and Knut, a bittersweet farewell. Both have enjoyed their time in D.C. and learned a lot. We will miss them, but we know that great things await!

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jul 11

We're looking for a creative, proactive, and strategically minded Communications Officer to join our team from this September to November 30, 2026. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen or a holder of a residence and work permit in the United States. Apply by July 28!

Job Opening: Communications Officer (Temporary)

www.norway.no

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jul 11

Are you a Norwegian living abroad who plans to vote in the upcoming parliamentary election? You can cast your vote until August 29, either at a Norwegian foreign mission or by mail. This, of course, includes our Embassy.
More information is available at the link below (text in Norwegian).

Stortings- og sametingsvalget 2025

www.norway.no

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jul 9

Job opening for a Norwegian citizen! We are looking for an Executive Assistant for the office of our Defense Attaché. Apply by 10 August.

Ambassaden i Washington D.C. har stilling ledig som «Executive Assistant» ved forsvarsattachéens kontor

www.norway.no

Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jul 8

A message from His Majesty King Harald V of Norway.

Kondolanse til USAs president

www.kongehuset.no

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jul 7

Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jul 4

Happy Independence Day to our American friends! 🎆

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jun 18

From FM Espen Barth Eide: "Today, I had an excellent meeting with the U.S. Secretary of State, Secretary Rubio. We agreed on the importance of ensuring a common message of unity at the NATO Summit. We also compared notes on the war in Ukraine and the dire situation in the Middle East, including Iran and Palestine."

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jun 17

Our Embassy was glad to take part in the U.S. premiere of "Facing War" – a documentary capturing a critical year of Jens Stoltenberg’s term as NATO Secretary General.
The screening, part of @dcdoxfest.bsky.social, opened with remarks from director Tommy Gulliksen and Ambassador Anniken Huitfeldt.

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jun 14

Horrified and saddened by what appears to be a politically motivated assassination of State Rep. Hortman and her husband and the attack on State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife today. Our thoughts are with their loved ones.

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jun 9

Happy Pride! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 We had a fabulous time marching in the @capitalpridedc.bsky.social parade with our Nordic neighbors this weekend. A beautiful day to celebrate love!

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · Jun 4

June is Pride Month, and that means that the Nordic Embassies are once again joining the Pride Parade to celebrate equality and inclusion. 🌈 Spot us at the Capital Pride Parade this Saturday, June 7, starting at 2:00 pm!

Join the Nordic Embassies at the Pride Parade on June 7!

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · May 27

On Friday, Ambassador Anniken Huitfeldt attended the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) Friday Evening Parade at the Marine Corps Barracks as a guest of honor. The host was Lieutenant General Bradford J. Gering, Deputy Commandant for Aviation. Our thanks for a wonderful event!

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · May 22

Shocked and deeply saddened by the murder of two Israeli Embassy employees outside the Capital Jewish Museum last night. I condemn this targeted attack against the Jewish community. My heart is with the families and loved ones of the victims. May their memories be a blessing.

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · May 20

For documentary fans – don't miss the chance to see "Facing War" on Saturday, June 14, as part of
@dcdoxfest.bsky.social! It follows Jens Stoltenberg's final year as Secretary General of NATO, amidst rising tensions from Russia's war in Ukraine.

dcdoxfest.com/schedule/

Schedule - DC/DOX

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dcdoxfest.com

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · May 20

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · May 17

🇳🇴 Happy Syttende Mai, and gratulerer med dagen! Today is Norway's Constitution Day, also known as Norwegian National Day. If you're celebrating, our Embassy wishes you and your family a wonderful holiday! 🇳🇴

Embassy staff pose with Norwegian flags for Syttende Mai.

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Norwegian Embassy in Washington @norwayinusa.norway.no · May 16

On May 15, Norway became the 55th signatory of the Artemis Accords at a ceremony at the Norwegian Space Agency in Oslo, Norway.

United States Welcomes Norway’s Signing of the Artemis Accords - United States Department of State

Norway became the 55th signatory of the Artemis Accords at a ceremony at the Norwegian Space Agency in Oslo, Norway today. Minister of Trade and Industry Cecilie Myrseth signed the Artemis Accords on...

www.state.gov

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