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Canada and Norway Strengthen Energy Ties Amid Oil Tensions

3/15/2026

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre meet in Oslo; Middle East oil tensions prompt energy-security talks.
Carney emphasized Canada as a low-risk oil exporter and announced a production increase of 23.6 million barrels.
The Bay du Nord project was discussed, with Equinor to decide on investment in 2027.
They plan to meet Nordic nations to advance collaboration on critical minerals and Arctic security.

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre meet in Oslo; Middle East oil tensions prompt energy-security talks.
Carney emphasized Canada as a low-risk oil exporter and announced a production increase of 23.6 million barrels.
The Bay du Nord project was discussed, with Equinor to decide on investment in 2027.
They plan to meet Nordic nations to advance collaboration on critical minerals and Arctic security.