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International strategy for freedom of expression

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs launched its international strategy for promoting freedom of expression in foreign and development policy 29 June.

Strategy for Norway’s cooperation with the World Bank 2026–2030

This strategy sets out priorities for Norway’s cooperation with the World Bank in the years to 2030. It outlines how Norway will work to strengthen the World Bank’s key role as a global driver of development in line with its mandate to eradicate

Meld. St. 9 (2024–2025) - Total preparedness

Meld. St. 9 (2024–2025) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Diplomat in Norway

This guide provides information to diplomats and their families on how the various privileges and immunities under the Vienna Conventions are implemented in Norway, and to offer other information.

Joint statement on Cold Response 26 and NATO’s Forward Land Forces in Finland by the Ministers of Defence of Finland, Sweden and Norway

Joint statement on Cold Response 26 and NATO’s Forward Land Forces in Finland by the Ministers of Defence of Finland, Sweden and Norway on 16 March 2026.

On Nordic Sami cooperation

The authorities in Sweden, Finland and Norway have cooperated on Sami issues since the Nordic cooperative body for Sámi and reindeer husbandry matters was established by Royal Decree in 1964.

Women, Peace and Security

In 2000 the UN Security Council adopted the landmark UN Security Council Resolution 1325. The resolution emphasize that war and conflicts affect men, boys, women, and girls differently. Therefore, both men and women need to take part in decisions

Norway and IFAD Continue Their Cooperation for Food Security and Sustainable Growth

Norway and the United Nations’ International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) are reaffirming their partnership to increase food production and rural farmers’ incomes in developing countries. Investments in small-scale food production are an

The Abel Prize

The Abel Prize recognizes pioneering scientific achievements in mathematics. The prize shall also help boost the status of the field of mathematics in society and stimulate children and youth to become interested in mathematics.

National Security Strategy

This is Norway’s first national security strategy. It has been drawn up against the backdrop of the most serious security situation our country has faced since the Second World War. After decades of peace, a new era has begun for Norway and for

Action plan to combat harassment and discrimination of the Sami 2025-2030

The Norwegian government’s aim is to create an inclusive and diverse society that is safe and welcoming for all. We are now presenting the first national action plan to combat harassment and discrimination of the Sami, with 32 measures aimed at

Equality and diversity

Everyone living in Norway should have equal opportunities to contribute and to participate in the community, regardless of gender, ethnic background, sexual orientation and disability.

Public Health

Public health is the society's efforts to influence factors that directly or indirectly promote the health and wellbeing of the population, as well as prevent mental and somatic illness, injuries or suffering, or that protects against dangers to our

New report: Russia has committed crimes against humanity

A new UN report concludes that Russa has committed crimes against humanity in the deportation and forcible transfer of Ukrainian children from their families.

Travelling with dogs to Norway

Guidelines for travelling with dogs to Norway.

Norway collaborating with Canada on digital sovereignty and AI

The government is aiming to strengthen Norway’s digital alliances and partnerships. To this end, Norway’s Minister of Digitalisation and Public Governance Karianne Tung and Canada’s Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation Evan

New strategy for cooperation with the World Bank

The Norwegian Government’s new strategy for 2026-2030 aims to strengthen the cooperation with the World Bank and support the poorest countries in an increasingly polarized and divided world

Christian Selmer

Christian August Selmer was lawyer and politician. Councillor of State 29 July 1874-11 October 1880, Chief of the Ministry of the Army. Member of the Interim Government in Stockholm 26 May-5 June 1875, Chief of the Ministry of the Army June 1875,

Recommendation - New assessment of the company Rheinmetall AG

New information which has been brought to the attention of the Coucil has lead to the conclusion that the grounds for excluding Rheinmetall AG are no longer valid, and a new recommendation was issued with regard to this.

Recommendation on exclusion of the companies Rheinmetall AG and Hanwha Corp.

The companies were recommended for exclusion because of their involvement in production of cluster munitions.