Labour Party After the election, Prime Minister and
Labour Party leader
Jonas Gahr Støre described the outcome as "a difficult but successful victory". He noted that although right-wing parties have been rising across Europe, the result showed that social democratic forces still retain persuasive power and can secure majority public support amid challenges. Støre reiterated the Labour Party's core policy commitments, particularly maintaining the wealth tax system, while also indicating that future tax reform should be explored through cross-party cooperation and dedicated committees to build broader consensus. In addition, he stressed that Norway must maintain a balanced energy policy, continuing to serve as a reliable energy supplier for Europe while also meeting environmental and emission-reduction responsibilities. Støre acknowledged that the Labour Party will continue to form a minority government, with its stability dependent on support from smaller left-wing parties. However, he prefers to avoid overly rigid formal agreements in order to maintain flexibility in decision-making. In addition, former Prime Minister
Jens Stoltenberg stated that the election result gave him "the motivation to continue serving as Minister of Finance". Støre conducted a minor cabinet reshuffle on 16 September, where deputy leader
Tonje Brenna was replaced by former party secretary
Kjersti Stenseng as minister of labour and social inclusion and Stenseng was in turn replaced by former deputy leader
Bjørnar Skjæran as minister of local government. Brenna became the party's parliamentary leader, a move described as her getting more parliamentary experience.
Progress Party After the election,
Progress Party leader
Sylvi Listhaug emphasised that this was the most successful election in the party's history, describing the result as "extraordinary". Although the right-wing bloc did not regain power, she positioned the Progress Party as the core leading force of the opposition, pledging to serve as the main policy alternative. Listhaug also warned about the political direction of the next four years, arguing that under Labour leadership Norway would face a clear shift to the left, potentially creating difficulties for both citizens and businesses. In addition, she stated that the party's future strategy will focus on achieving a breakthrough in the 2027 local elections, with the ultimate goal of competing for government power in the 2029 parliamentary election, signaling a long-term ambition to govern. Although Solberg did not immediately resign, she admitted that the party needed to review its campaign strategy, communication methods, and policy promotion in order to respond to voter concerns about the Conservatives' role. She stated that her resignation "will come at some point". Subsequently, several senior figures within the party expressed that they wanted a new leader. On 12 September, Solberg announced that she would step down as party leader, stating that she would remain in charge until the next national congress.
Socialist Left Party Socialist Left Party leader
Kirsti Bergstø stated after the election that the party had become Norway's fourth largest party and the second largest force within the red-green bloc. She emphasised that the result prevented a right-wing government led by Listhaug and the Progress Party, and called on the red-green parties to take collective responsibility by placing "the needs of ordinary people" at the core of politics. Bergstø also met with Prime Minister Støre after the election, during which the two held a constructive dialogue about possible directions for future red-green cooperation. She expressed gratitude to voters and volunteers, and reiterated that the Socialist Left Party would actively promote reducing inequality, a fair climate transition, and a dignified Norwegian foreign policy.
Centre Party Centre Party leader
Trygve Slagsvold Vedum made it clear after the election that he would not resign despite the party's reduced number of seats, stressing that he would continue to lead the party. Although the Centre Party emerged smaller in parliament, Vedum argued that it still held pivotal votes and could play the role of a "decisive minority" in the legislature. Vedum stated that "we must make good use of the power we now have", demonstrating his determination to push forward policies related to rural areas, energy, and sovereignty. After the election, he also met with Prime Minister Støre for talks on future cooperation.
Red Party Red Party leader
Marie Sneve Martinussen stressed after the election that the party's results symbolized "our continued writing of history". She noted that since entering parliament for the first time in the
2017 Norwegian parliamentary election and surpassing the threshold in 2021, the party has steadily grown and has now become "an important force for change rather than a fleeting phenomenon". Martinussen also made clear that the Red Party was willing to cooperate with other left-wing parties, directly naming the Labour Party, Socialist Left Party, Centre Party, and Green Party. She underlined the need to work together to reduce inequality, strengthen welfare, and safeguard democracy. In addition, she specifically called for Norway to "do more for
Palestine". Martinussen criticised the right-wing campaign led by Progress Party leader Listhaug, declaring that the Red Party would work actively to counter that agenda. She emphasised that the party would not stand passively by but would take part in negotiations, combining principle with pragmatism to push for real social reforms. She urged more people to join the Red Party and social movements, stressing that "the election is only the beginning of a new phase".
Green Party After the election,
Green Party leader
Arild Hermstad described the outcome as a "historic victory for the Green Party", successfully surpassing the threshold and winning seven seats in parliament, marking the best result in the party's history. He emphasized that the Greens would wield greater influence in the new parliament, prioritizing climate policy, social justice, and the issue of Palestine. Hermstad stated that the Green Party is calling for a gradual phaseout of the oil industry, to be completed no later than 2040, alongside an immediate halt to new oil and gas exploration. He pointed out that the
Statfjord,
Brage, and
Draugen oil fields should be prioritized for closure. While the Greens are willing to play a key supporting role in a left-wing government, he stressed that their core principles will not be compromised. Hermstad also highlighted that the party’s strong performance in urban areas such as
Oslo demonstrates its growing influence among city voters.
Liberal Party The
Liberal Party failed to clear the 4% threshold for levelling seats, being reduced to just three MPs.
Guri Melby and deputy leader
Abid Raja blamed the result on Listhaug's candidacy for Prime Minister and her behavior during the campaign. Melby noted that although the party faced "headwinds and resistance" during the campaign, it nevertheless presented strong policy positions, particularly on issues such as climate action, support for Ukraine, and drug policy reform, where the Liberal Party would not back down.
International reactions • : Prime Minister
Kristen Michal congratulated Støre on his re-election. • : Prime Minister
Pedro Sánchez congratulated Støre on his re-election. • : President
Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated Støre on his re-election.
Organisations • : President of the European Commission
Ursula von der Leyen congratulated Støre on his re-election. == See also ==