Norway's imports from Russia saw a notable increase of 16 percent between 2024 and 2025, as reported by Statistics Norway (SSB). This is the first increase in trade between the two countries since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The import value was recorded at 381 million kroner in 2025, representing just 0.3 percent of total Norwegian imports, a rise from 0.2 percent in the previous year, which indicates a cautious resumption of economic ties despite the ongoing conflict.

The surge in imports comes after a significant decline in trade following the invasion; in 2021, Russian goods accounted for 2.6 percent of Norway's total imports, with a staggering value of 21.9 billion kroner. Since then, Norway has largely adhered to the EU’s sanctions against Russia, making only a few national adjustments, primarily in the context of fishing partnerships, indicating a careful navigation of diplomatic relations while trying to protect national economic interests.

Currently, fish constitutes the main import from Russia by value, accounting for nearly 40 percent of total imports in this category. The resumption of some level of trade may reflect both the continuing relevance of certain economic ties and an adjustment to the realities of the conflict, hinting at a complex interplay of sanctions, national interests, and the practicality of cross-border trade.