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Britain Chooses Norwegian Ships

Britain is deepening naval ties with Norway, with safer mine clearance at stake. The shipbuilding rules also matter for workers along the coast.

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Odd Inge Teige
Nov 15

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The United Kingdom committed on November 12 to buying three Norwegian offshore support vessels, with an option for three more. British Defense Secretary Wes Streeting and Norwegian Defense Minister Tore Onshuus Sandvik confirmed the …

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