A Norwegian government-appointed committee has concluded that authorities and adoption agencies significantly underestimated the risks associated with international adoptions and lacked sufficient oversight. The report, delivered to Children and Family Minister Lene Vågslid, stems from an investigation into whether Norwegian authorities adequately monitored adoptions and ensured they were conducted legally and ethically. The inquiry was prompted by prior reporting detailing instances of forced adoption and alleged child kidnapping from maternity wards. The committee’s findings suggest systemic issues within the international adoption process. The report does not detail specific recommendations, but indicates a need for improved controls and risk assessment. Further details are expected to be released following the minister’s review of the full report. The investigation highlights concerns about the welfare of children involved in international adoptions facilitated by Norwegian entities.