Teh Norwegian government is facing scrutiny over its response to the recent US intervention in Venezuela, which included the alleged abduction of President Nicolás Maduro.Critics argue the government’s reaction has been insufficiently strong,possibly signaling acceptance of a shifting global order.
Bjørnar Moxnes, a representative in the Storting (Norwegian Parliament) for the Rødt (Red) party, characterized the government’s response as “awkward and downright dangerous.” He emphasized the importance of a robust protest against the US actions,warning that silence could be interpreted as tacit approval of a world where powerful nations operate without regard for international law.
“If Norway does not protest loudly at what is now happening on the part of the USA, then we also in a sense accept a new world order where the great powers can take care of themselves as they wish,” Moxnes stated to NRK, a Norwegian broadcasting corporation.He further asserted that the US has violated international law through its interference in Venezuelan affairs and called for a formal condemnation from the Norwegian government.
Moxnes highlighted the potential implications for smaller nations, particularly those rich in resources like Norway, which rely on the enforcement of international law for their protection. he suggested that a weak response from Norway could set a dangerous precedent, undermining the principles of international cooperation and legal frameworks.
andreas Kravik, State Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, defended the government’s position, stating that Norway has already made its stance clear. “We have been clear that international law has not been respected here. And I think it is vital for us to point that out,and we have done that,” Kravik said.However, critics contend that a stronger, more vocal condemnation is necessary to effectively uphold international norms and deter further unilateral actions.
Publication Date: 2026/01/05 17:57:06