The Norwegian Government Proposes Defense Budget Increase of NOK 4,2 Billion in 2026 With the proposed increase, Norway will spend NOK 112 billion on national defense in 2026. In Northern Norway, there are i.a. plans for investments in property, buildings, and facilities of about NOK 3,2 billion.
Norway Arms Itself... But Who Will Pay The Bill? Rising defense spending puts pressure on the welfare state and on taxpayers, says Ioanna Liouta, political and economic analyst.
The Norwegian Government Proposes a NOK 19 Billion Increase in Defense Spending With the proposed increase, the Norwegian defense budget for 2025 will total NOK 110 billion. A main priority is to make the current defense structure work with more ammunition, better preparedness, and more people. The proposed budget also includes increased investments in material, property and construction.
Focus on High North Defense in Norway's National Budget of 2023 The Norwegian government wants to strengthen its Armed Forces with NOK 6,8 billion. Large parts of the military expenditure are allotted to Northern Norway and the government wants to prioritize an increase in personnel for the Finnmark Land Command and Brigade Nord.
