Norway: Terrorism, Homeland Security & Defence

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New Act On Defence Technology: Agreement On The Need, Disagreement On The Implementation?
Norway's Ministry of Defence has proposed sweeping new legislation to protect defence technology and security-classified patents, introducing expanded government control over technology critical to military operations. The bill has sparked significant controversy among industry stakeholders who warn that its broad scope, unclear thresholds, and restrictive sharing mechanisms could inadvertently harm the Norwegian defence industry while advantaging foreign competitors.
Norway Government
WR
Wikborg Rein
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Dual Use, Double Risk: The Tightening Of International Research Collaboration In Norway
Research institutions in Norway face mounting pressure to balance national security concerns with academic freedom as dual-use technologies come under stricter export controls. From the landmark Toshiba-Kongsberg scandal to recent prosecutions of university professors, the evolving regulatory landscape is forcing universities to implement rigorous risk assessments while grappling with questions about international collaboration.
Norway Government
Brækhus Advokatfirma AS