Norway's security threat level is at its highest since World War II, driven by increased intelligence operations from foreign countries, especially Russia and China.
Norway's police security agency, PST, has reported that the security threat is at the highest point in decades, primarily due to the intensified activities of Russian and Chinese intelligence agencies. In their annual review released this week, PST's director Beate Gangås emphasized that Norway faces the most serious security situation since World War II, highlighting the covert operations and hybrid tactics employed by foreign countries to undermine the nation's resilience.
Gangås pointed out that foreign nations, particularly China, Russia, and Iran, are conducting intelligence operations within Norway. These actions pose a significant threat as they attempt to exploit vulnerabilities in the country's defense mechanisms. She underscored the critical need for enhancing the protection of vital infrastructures, increasing counterintelligence efforts, and improving situational awareness among the populace to safeguard against these evolving threats.
While China's presence is notably dominant in terms of cyber threats, PST continues to identify Russia as the primary security threat to Norway. Gangås called for vigilance among citizens and officials alike, as the dangers presented by foreign intelligence operations can merge into everyday life, necessitating a proactive approach to security at all levels of the society.
