Norway will provide more than 85 billion Norwegian crowns (US$9.2 billion) in financial support to Ukraine in 2027, matching the amount allocated for 2026. The announcement comes as the conflict initiated by Moscow approaches its fourth and a half year.
The funds will cover both military and humanitarian expenses, according to Norwegian officials. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre emphasized the strategic rationale behind the commitment, stating that supporting and rebuilding Ukraine is not merely assistance but an investment in Europe's security.
The pledge follows a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and Støre in Kyiv on February 24, 2026. Oslo's decision to maintain its financial commitment aligns with broader European efforts to sustain Ukraine amid ongoing hostilities.
Russian President Vladimir Putin commented on recent Ukrainian attacks on Russian economic targets, warning that Kyiv had opened a "Pandora's box" and that Moscow would retaliate against Ukraine's "most sensitive economic sectors." The remarks were published on August 22, 2026, a day before Norway's announcement.
