5/6/2008 :: From May 1 to May 3, Norwegian Ambassador to the United States, Wegger Chr. Strommen, meets with leaders of the Norwegian-American community on the West Coast. He also meets with Washington Governor Christine Gregoire and Congressman Rick Larsen (D-WA). + More

4/9/2008 :: On April 14, Norwegian Ambassador to the United States, Wegger Chr. Strommen, embarks on a five-day tour of Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota – to deepen relations with the Norwegian-American heartland. + More

1/18/2008 :: His Majesty King Harald V has appointed Dr. John Hamre Commander of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit for his contribution in promoting relations between Norway and United States. + More