Title and content

The title of the address since Hermod Skånland delivered his first address in 1986 has been "Economic perspectives". Former governors had largely discussed and used the title "the economic situation". Since 1986 greater emphasis has been placed on discussing a broader range of themes of relevance to addressing economic policy challenges.

Who is invited?

Around 300 persons attend the event. The guests represent various institutions and industries: politicians (the President and Vice-President of the Storting (Norwegian parliament) and the members of the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs, the heads of some standing committees, party leaders, the full cabinet), public sector, courts, academia, employer and employee organisations, financial industry, trade organisations, large companies and cultural life. 

What is new in 2023 is the inclusion of more segments of Norwegian society, represented by leaders of youth wings of political parties, student associations and non-governmental organisations.

Dates for the annual address since 1922