Norway's finance minister states that halving the VAT on food would reduce the country's price growth, though it would have minimal impact on the inflation figure closely monitored by Norges Bank.

Trygve Slagsvold Vedum, Norway's Finance Minister, is unlikely to change his stance on the EU, but critics argue he should be more honest in his arguments against membership.

Trygve Slagsvold Vedum, Norway's Finance Minister, stated he would consider implementing measures regarding fuel prices before the revised budget negotiations, though he did not confirm if he would vote for the Conservative Party's proposal.

Norway's Finance Minister warns of necessary cuts to state spending to ensure responsible economics, citing international uncertainty and increased welfare expenses.

Norway's Finance Minister, Jens Stoltenberg, is addressing critics of the Norwegian wealth tax, dismissing claims that it is a 'myth' used to scare voters in the Danish election campaign, while denying interference in Danish politics.

Norway's Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg is scheduled to hold a press conference on Monday in preparation for the government's work on the state budget.