Crown Prince Haakon skiing in Stranda. Photo: Cornelius Poppe / NTB scanpix

Areas of special interest to The Crown Prince

His Royal Highness The Crown Prince is interested in Norwegian trade, industry and innovation, and has been involved especially in entrepreneurship and the green transition. In 2013, he established the SIKT conference, which brings together young leaders to discuss the future of Norway. Crown Prince Haakon shares his interest in youth with the Crown Princess, and together they work to establish meeting places where young people can develop their talents and skills.

The Crown Prince is active internationally as well. He has served as Goodwill Ambassador for UNDP since 2003, participates in the World Economic Forum, and is the founder of the Global Dignity initiative.

When it comes to environmental issues, the Crown Prince combines his interest in sustainable development with innovation. He believes that technical innovations entail an environmental component and will help to solve the challenges facing society. He also has a special interest in marine and polar issues.

Using our natural surroundings for experiences in daily life is important for the Crown Prince, and he supports elite sports as well as outdoor recreation and organised outdoor activities for everyone.

Sports and outdoor activities

An active daily life, outdoor activities and sports are important to the Crown Prince, both personally and in his professional activities. He supports elite sports as well as outdoor activities for everyone.

International activities

The Crown Prince is active in the international sphere, and his interest in development issues dates back to his time as a university student. Key areas in this regard include his work for UNDP and the fight to eliminate poverty.

Oceans, the environment and sustainability

The Crown Prince works on a wide range of environmental issues, and is interested in the environmental aspects of development efforts, technology and innovation.

Trade, industry and innovation

Crown Prince Haakon follows Norwegian trade, industry and value creation closely, and is particularly interested in entrepreneurship and the green transition. In 2013, he established the SIKT conference as a meeting place for young leaders.

Youth in Norway

The Crown Prince and Crown Princess believe it is important that those who will shape the Norway of tomorrow are able to use their personal resources for the benefit of society as a whole.