The agreements are memoranda of understanding (MoUs) intended to lay the groundwork for further mutually beneficial cooperation in research and education.
– India is a dynamic country with advanced technology, great ambitions and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Norway has much to learn from India, and we look forward to exchanging knowledge and experience, said Carl Christian Thodesen, Pro-Rector for Social Impact and Collaboration at OsloMet, ahead of the signing ceremony at the third India–Norway Higher Education and Research Summit on 8 October 2026.
India's Ambassador to Norway, Gloria Gangte, emphasised that cooperation between India and Norway could play an important role in achieving the goals of green and sustainable growth.
– India has ambitions for strong economic growth, but that growth must be green and sustainable. Norway has technology and expertise that can contribute to this. That is why cooperation between India and Norway is so important.
The agreements will initially remain in effect for five years and aim to promote:
- exchanges of academic and administrative staff for research, teaching and consultancy purposes
- joint supervision of master's and PhD students
- exchange of scientific information for academic purposes
- access to research facilities subject to applicable fees
- student training using facilities at both institutions
- exploration of opportunities to establish a joint PhD programme
- joint research activities through participation in nationally and internationally funded projects
- joint activities such as seminars, workshops, conferences and training programmes
- student exchanges lasting one or two semesters for coursework and projects
Thodesen emphasised that the challenge now is to develop relationships and build partnerships that will stand the test of time.
