Internet Governance Forum 2025
The Government of Norway will host the 20th annual Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Lillestrøm from 23 to 27 June 2025.
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Under the theme Building Governance Together, IGF 2025 marks the forum’s 20th anniversary and aims to shape the future of internet governance ahead of the WSIS+20 meeting later in the year. Norway is committed to fostering an open, secure, and inclusive internet by bringing together a wide range of voices within the multistakeholder model. The forum will feature diverse sessions and tracks designed to engage participants from governments, the private sector, civil society, academia, the technical community, and international organisations, from both developed and developing countries.
Norway strongly supports the renewal of the IGF’s mandate at the UN General Assembly in 2025 and emphasises the forum’s importance in defending human rights and democratic values in the digital space. As part of the event, an IGF Village will showcase innovative technologies and products related to the internet, offering companies the opportunity to connect with global stakeholders.
‘Norway is committed to ensuring an open, safe, and free Internet for all. In an era where some countries seek to restrict online freedoms, it is more vital than ever for nations like Norway to engage in the discussions and negotiations regarding the frameworks that govern the Internet. As host country for IGF 2025, the international community trusts Norway to bring together global stakeholders for crucial conversations about the future role of the Internet,’ Karianne Tung, Minister of Digitalisation and Public Governance, stated.
‘A free and open Internet is fundamental to democracy, human rights, and freedom of expression. International cooperation to ensure the Internet remains a safe and inclusive space for everyone is more crucial than ever. Norway wants to contribute to this effort,’ stated Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide.