The Ministry of Trade and Fisheries aims to promote the development of green and profitable workplaces in Norway. The ministry works actively to strengthen investments on the mainland, and has set itself ambitious targets for exports, with a plan to increase this by 50% by 2030, especially outside the oil and gas sector. In addition, they have a target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55% within the same year.
The ministry also focuses on sustainable aquaculture and the development of technology that will contribute to Norway becoming a digital winner. In addition to business development, they are responsible for equality and diversity, as well as handling social security and emergency preparedness. This broad area of responsibility makes the Ministry of Trade and Fisheries central to the work of shaping the future business life in Norway.