A Norwegian newspaper faced backlash after publishing a cartoon depicting Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a snake charmer during his Norway visit. Critics called the image racist and accused the publication of promoting outdated colonial stereotypes about India.

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 Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Støre emphasised the strengthening partnership between the two nations, particularly through a new Green Strategic Partnership focused on clean energy, carbon capture, and renewable storage. He highlighted the recently signed trade agreement with EFTA countries.

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The Indian diaspora in Norway numbers around 25,000, which is modest by Indian standards but is highly regarded in the country. Himanshu Gulati is also currently the only Indian-origin MP in Northern Europe.

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The visit signals growing strategic ties as Nordic countries deepen engagement with India on maritime security, climate and technology amid New Delhi’s rising global influence.

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"We see India as an ascending major power in the global community, and for us, it's important to collaborate with India in as many areas as possible, also in the economic space," Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik said.

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