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Norway, which is also referred to as the Kingdom of Norway, is a Northern Europe country on the Scandinavian Peninsula. The government of Norway is ran through a constitutional monarchy. The borders of Norway are defined by the neighboring countries of Russia, Finland, and Sweden on the Peninsula. The North Atlantic Ocean borders the rest of the country. Norway is famous for its picturesque fjords, its islands of Jan Mayen and Svalbard, its rich resources, and its peaceful way of life.

In the area of human development, Norway ranked first among all other countries from 2001 through 2006. The Global Peace Index rates Norway as the most peaceful, abundantly rich country in the world. Norway is also known for its lack of homeless or destitute populations, as its Scandinavian welfare system is a model program.