Moscow, June 30 -- Norway has set a course to sever trade and economic ties with Russia, Norwegian business has suffered due to the sanctions imposed on Russia, but there are those who are interested in restoring ties, Russian Ambassador to Oslo Nikolay Korchunov said in an interview with Sputnik.

"I note with regret that Norway has set a course for confrontation and severing trade and economic ties. I also know that Norwegian business has suffered as a result of the sanctions directed against Russia," the diplomat said.

According to the ambassador, many, fearing persecution, refrain from interacting with Russia, but there are also those who are interested in restoring ties.

"I would not speculate on the prospects for the return of Norwe...