Business Resources

Bizeurope.com
A business resource directory with links and information on most countries throughout the world.
www.bizeurope.com/bsr/country/norway.htm

Economist.com: Country Briefings
Country news, country profiles, forecasts, statistics, etc.
www.economist.com/countries/Norway/

International Monetary Fund
Transcripts, articles, statements, and seminars related to the given country and the IMF.
www.imf.org/external/country/NOR/index.htm

International Trade Centre UNCTAD/WTO: Countries
Links to national trade support institutions, country-specific business information, trade and market profiles, and trade statistics to benchmark performance, providing export supply and import demand indicators.
www.intracen.org/menus/countries.htm

MBendi Country Profile
General, introductory, geographical, political, economic, industrial sector, investment, trade, business travel, infrastructure, risk, and business assistance information. Covers 246 countries. Databases and news articles available.
www.mbendi.co.za/land/eu/nw/p0000.htm

Norway Online
Search engine for Norwegian businesses, with further information on industry and culture.
www.norwayonline.no/

WorldBiz.com -- Worldwide Business Reports
Country-specific reports can be purchased that cover topics such as business customs, protocol, negotiating, social etiquette, gift-giving, business entertainment, business travel, and more.
www.worldbiz.com/index.php/cPath/100

Government Resources

CIA World Factbook
Introductory, geographical, population, governmental, economic, communications, transportation, and military summary information along with transnational issues. Over 250 entries.
www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/geos/no.html

Consular Information Sheet
Country description, entry/exit requirements, safety/security, crime, medical facilities/insurance/health info, traffic/aviation safety & conditions, currency/photography/customs restrictions, criminal penalties, and U.S. representation.
travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_990.html

Country Analysis Briefs from the U.S. Energy Information Administration
Overview of the country's energy situation.
www.eia.doe.gov/emeu/cabs/norway.html

U.S. Department of State -- Foreign Entry Requirements
Requirements of U.S. citizens traveling on tourism or business, as specified by foreign embassies.
travel.state.gov/travel/tips/
brochures/brochures_1229.html

U.S. Department of State -- International Travel
Four main sections: travel warnings -- current warnings, consular information sheets, public announcements; tips -- planning, regional information, safety issues, etc; document requirements; and living abroad tips.
travel.state.gov/travel/travel_1744.html

U.S. Department of State -- Passports
Five main sections: obtaining or renewing passports, applications and forms, lost or stolen passports, frequently requested information, and passport policy information..
travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html

United States Embassy Norway
General Government Resource.
www.usa.no/

Travel Resources

Best in the World Travel Directory
Elegant site with detailed pages on most countries or states/regions within countries. Sections on each page contain overviews, accommodation information, photos, and recommended reading.
www.thebestintheworld.com/europe/norway.asp

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Health information on regions and destinations, reference materials, and topics such as outbreaks, diseases, vaccinations, etc.
www.cdc.gov/travel/westeurp.htm

Columbus Guides
Country info: overview, passport/visa, money, duty free, holidays, health, international/internal travel, accommodation, sports, activities/attractions, social/business profiles, climate, history/government, cities, airports, curises and maps.
www.columbusguides.com/data/nor/nor.asp

Lonely Planet
Comprehensive information by country: introduction, facts for the traveler, when to go, money and costs, attractions, off the beaten track, activities, history, culture, environment, getting there and away, getting around, and future reading.
www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/europe/norway/

Travel Document Systems
Country-specific info on entry and visa requirements, people, geography, history, culture, economy, government, embassy/consulate addresses, foreign relations, travel advisories, travel tips, customs/duties, and health/vaccinations.
www.traveldocs.com/no/index.htm

World66.com
Travel guides for over 10,000 destinations.
www.world66.com/world/europe/norway

Other Resources

Country Reports
Country profiles, flags, history, anthems, weather, and reference maps.
www.countryreports.org/country.asp
?countryid=183&countryName=Norway

Escape Artist
Information on living abroad, country profiles, articles, the international marketplace, international real estate, etc.
www.escapeartist.com/norway/norway.htm

Ethnologue
Information on the languages of the country or region.
www.ethnologue.com/show_country.asp?name=Norway

InfoNorway.com
Information on travel, language, history, art, etc.
www.geocities.com/Yosemite/1145/index.html

Norway Post: Doorway to Norway
News site.
www.norwaypost.no/

Norway.org
News site.
www.norway.org/

Washington Post
Country-specific or related news stories for locations throughout the world.
www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/inatl/
longterm/worldref/country/norway.htm

Yahoo! Norway
Search engine.
no.yahoo.com/