Latest news in Norway? September 2nd, 2026

The dominant news in Norway centers on the royal transition following the death of King Harald V and the formal accession of King Haakon VIII. The Manila Times

• Accession of King Haakon VIII: Following the passing of King Harald V on August 28 at age 89, the former Crown Prince formally took the constitutional oath of allegiance before the Norwegian Parliament (Storting). He officially adopted the traditional royal motto, “All for Norway” (“Alt for Norge”). Scandasia+ 1
• Public Mourning and Lying in State: The late King Harald’s coffin rests in the chapel of the Royal Palace in Oslo. The chapel is open to the public through September 8 for citizens to pay their respects ahead of the state funeral scheduled for September 9. The Manila Times
• Royal Family Updates: Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra has officially become the heir apparent to the throne. Queen Mette-Marit participated in the initial procession to the palace chapel, though she missed the parliamentary swearing-in ceremony under medical observation due to recovery complications following her lung transplant earlier this summer. ANTARA News+ 1
• Global Condolences: Heads of state and European royal housesincluding the monarchs of Sweden, Denmark, and the United Kingdomhave extended official tributes honoring King Harald’s 35-year reign, alongside formal congratulations to King Haakon VIII on his accession. The State Council of the People’s Republic of China