Jens Stoltenberg Quotes & Sayings

One of the lessons learned from 22 July is that we have to take seriously all those people who take part in debates on the Internet, expressing extreme views, and then meet them, discuss with them, bring them into the open. We have not used bans or used the laws to try to forbid parties or political tendencies which we don't like. — Jens Stoltenberg

When autumn darkness falls, what we will remember are the small acts of kindness: a cake, a hug, an invitation to talk, and every single rose. These are all expressions of a nation coming together and caring about its people. — Jens Stoltenberg

Just as important as our society as a whole are our small communities: our neighborhoods, workplaces and schools. — Jens Stoltenberg

The answer to violence is even more democracy. Even more humanity. — Jens Stoltenberg

The Norwegian response to violence is more democracy, more openness and greater political participation, — Jens Stoltenberg

We had very good discussions on current security challenges and NATO's continued adaptation to meet them. Canada is a committed ally and a capable contributor to international security. We appreciate your quick decision to deploy forces, planes and ships to strengthen our collective defence in view of Russia's aggressive actions in Ukraine, as well as your contribution to the international anti-ISIL coalition. Canada plays a major part in our decision-making and helps keep the vital bond between Europe and North America strong. — Jens Stoltenberg

I think I would rather be a prime minister than a taxi driver. — Jens Stoltenberg

We will not put a lid on opinions. On the contrary, it is more important than ever that political debates are open and free, even on the most difficult issues. Especially on the most difficult issues. The task is to encourage controversial debates in a form that strengthens democracy. — Jens Stoltenberg

We have a high standard of living ... In Norway, we've tripled our income since 1970. In the rest of western Europe, income has merely doubled. — Jens Stoltenberg

Today we are all Egyptians. — Jens Stoltenberg

The main experience, I think, is that we have managed: people moving to Norway has made Norway richer, economically, but also our culture has become more rich in many ways. — Jens Stoltenberg

Evil can kill a person, but never conquer a nation. — Jens Stoltenberg

Reconquer the streets, the markets - the public spaces, with the same message of opposition: We are devastated, but we will not give up. With torches and roses, we deliver this message to the world: We do not let fear break us. And we do not let the fear of fear silence us. — Jens Stoltenberg

By voting, we add our voice to the chorus that forms opinions and the basis for actions. — Jens Stoltenberg