Audun Lysbakken and Ingrid Fiskaa have proposed amending sections 25 and 26 of the Constitution. The proposers seek to enshrine in the Constitution that the Storting must consent before Norwegian forces can be deployed in military operations abroad, and to establish a formal consultation process between parliament and government on major foreign and defence matters. They argue this will strengthen democratic oversight and transparency around decisions on military engagement.
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Alternative 1: Section 25, second paragraph, would read: 'The armed forces may not be used outside the realm without the consent of the Storting, unless absolutely necessary to defend the country.'
Alternative 2: Section 25, new fourth paragraph, would read: [as in Alternative 1]
Section 26, new third paragraph, would read: 'The King shall consult with the Storting or its bodies before making important decisions in foreign and defence matters. Such consultations may be held in confidence.'