At present serious discussions have been going on in Russian society about the need of modernization and innovative ideas implementation both on the governmental and civil levels. Unfortunately, it still rarely turns to a constructive dialog resulting in real economic figures or efficient project proposals. Nevertheless, there are some.

Norway's Constitution Day - the 17th of May - has become a traditional and popular holiday for Murmansk citizens.It is celebrated with as much enthusiasm as in Norway.

Rock bands from different countries and their fans paid tribute to the memory of Chernobyl disaster victims.

The Norwegian language along with Norway-related activities in Murmansk are extremely popular. The recent opening of the Norwegian club is yet another proof.

Children do not only love getting presents, they can also be the ones who make presents! Norwegian boys and girls from Hesseng kindergarten made presents for Christmas to their Russian friends.

Murmansk is celebrating the most important holiday in Norway - Constitution Day, the calendar says it is the 17th of May. On this day Murmansk becomes just like Norway.

The second International festival of documentaries and TV programmes The Northern Character in Murmansk has ended.

In order to see the North, its beauty and greatness one can go to the Murmansk Art Museum which today holds the opening of Northern Imaginary exhibition by Patrick Huse.

Over the past year, Finnmark Days in Murmansk city have become a tradition.
But this October for the first time in history Vadsø city hosted Murmansk Days.

The number of Norwegian citizens coming to Murmansk Oblast either to work here or establish their own companies is skyrocketing. Meanwhile, when working in Russia they encounter many challenges.