Jens Stoltenberg, the current Norwegian finance minister and former Prime Minister, has commented on the recent indictments of three Norwegians for serious corruption connected to revelations from the Epstein documents. He stated that he has not experienced any attempts at irregular influence or pressure for 'friend services' in his political career. Stoltenberg's extensive background, including his long tenure as Prime Minister and NATO Secretary-General, adds weight to his insights on governance and corruption in Norway.

The three individuals charged, Terje Rød-Larsen, Mona Juul, and Thorbjørn Jagland, are facing scrutiny from Økokrim, Norway’s national authority for the investigation and prosecution of economic and environmental crime. Reports suggest that services may have been exchanged for favours, concluding that there is a pressing need to investigate and address these allegations to uphold the integrity of Norway's political framework. This situation reflects an ongoing concern surrounding corruption and transparency in governance.

Stoltenberg highlighted that the current circumstances call for heightened controls and possibly stricter regulations to safeguard the public's trust in the political system. He underlined the importance of proactively addressing these vulnerabilities rather than waiting for further disclosures to react. Such measures, he believes, are crucial in the effort to prevent corruption and reinforce the principles of accountability and ethical conduct in politics.