On May 18, 2026, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi held an audience with His Majesty King Harald V of Norway at the Royal Palace in Oslo. During the meeting, the Prime Minister conveyed greetings from the people of India and emphasized the strengthening bilateral relationship, which is anchored in shared values of democracy, the rule of law, and people-centric governance.
The leaders discussed the significant advancements made by Indian and Norwegian companies across various sectors, with a particular focus on collaborations in new technologies. Following the audience, His Majesty hosted a luncheon in honor of the Prime Minister, who expressed gratitude for the hospitality extended to him.
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* **Location:** Royal Palace, Oslo, Norway
* **Date and Time of Posting:** 18 MAY 2026, 7:36 PM
* **Source:** Prime Minister's Office via PIB Delhi
* **Release ID:** 2262484
* **Visitor Counter:** 845
* **Reference Codes:** MJPS/SS/VJ
Key Entities Referenced
Shri Narendra Modi: Prime Minister of India who held an audience with the King of Norway to discuss bilateral relations and cooperation in new technologies.
King Harald V: The King of Norway who hosted the Indian Prime Minister at the Royal Palace for diplomatic discussions and a luncheon.
Oslo, Norway: The location where the diplomatic meeting and luncheon took place, serving as the central setting for the bilateral engagement.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister’s Audience with His Majesty King
Harald V of Norway
Posted On: 18 MAY 2026 7:36PM by PIB Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today had an audience with His Majesty King Harald V of Norway at
the Royal Palace in Oslo.
Prime Minister conveyed the greetings and best wishes of the people of India. He appreciated the natural
beauty of Norway and underlined that the long-standing friendship between India and Norway continues
to grow stronger, anchored in shared values of democracy, the rule of law, and people-centric governance.
Prime Minister Modi and His Majesty King Harald V discussed the impressive strides made by Indian and
Norwegian companies across diverse sectors particularly in new technologies.
The audience was followed by a luncheon hosted by His Majesty in honour of Prime Minister Modi.
Prime Minister thanked His Majesty for the gracious hospitality extended to him.
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