Norwegian prime minister since 2021; Labour Party leader since 2014
As of April 2026, multiple countries including the UK, Turkey, Australia, and others have passed or are considering laws to restrict social media access for children under 15 or 16. The UK government has committed to imposing age restrictions for under-16s following consultations, while Turkey has passed a law banning under-15s from social media accounts. Australia’s ban on under-16s began in December 2025, with other nations planning similar measures.
Malaysia has publicly objected after Norway blocked delivery of the Naval Strike Missile system and launcher components for Malaysia’s littoral combat ships. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned the move could undermine trust in European defense suppliers; Malaysia is examining legal options and potential compensation after paying about 95% of the contract.
France and Norway have broadened defence cooperation, including partaking in forward nuclear deterrence and joint planning, as Macron and Stoere push Europe toward greater strategic autonomy amid concerns about U.S. commitment. The agreement complements recent pacts with Britain and Germany, and signals a shift in Nordic security posture.
The Crown Princess of Norway has been placed on the lung transplant list as her chronic pulmonary fibrosis deteriorates. Crown Prince Haakon has cut short a visit to Japan to be with his wife, and their daughter Ingrid Alexandra is returning home from Australia/W Australia to support the family. Reports confirm the condition has worsened and a transplant is considered imminent.
The Crown Princess has undergone a lung transplant following a diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis. She remains in hospital for recovery. Her son’s trial and Epstein-related scrutiny have intensified scrutiny of the royal family amid a broader crisis of public trust.