In what has since been called “the most important trial about a religious freedom issue in Norway in decades,” the Court of Appeal of Borgarting has reversed a 2024 decision denying state subsidies and registration to the Jehovah’s Witnesses of that nation.
Jørgen Pedersen, spokesperson for the Jehovah’s Witnesses Information Department in Scandinavia, believes the decision represents a significant victory for all citizens in Norway, as it confirms the fundamental rights to freedom of religion and freedom of expression. “We sincerely hope that this judgment will further strengthen Norway’s reputation as a nation that embraces religious diversity.”