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Norway and France sign mutual defence arrangement

27/05/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence

Today, Norway and France have signed a comprehensive defence arrangement under which the two countries commit to come to each other’s aid should the need arise. Together with nine other European countries, Norway will also participate in a process

Norway to provide NOK 1.2 billion for maritime drones for Ukraine

09/06/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence

The Norwegian Government will provide NOK 1.2 billion under the Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine for the development and procurement of maritime drones for Ukraine in 2026. The funding will also include deliveries of uncrewed surface vessels

Further Norwegian support for Ukraine’s air defence

07/07/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence

Norway is now providing an additional NOK 3 billion to strengthen Ukraine's air defence systems.

Twelve countries agree to take greater responsibility for maritime security in the north

08/07/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence

Eleven European countries and Canada have decided to cooperate more closely on security in the North Atlantic, the Arctic and the Baltic Sea. This decision was announced at the NATO Summit in Ankara.

Joint Commitment by European Allies and Canada to take greater responsibility for maritime security in the North Atlantic, the Baltic Sea and the Arctic

08/07/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom have reinforced their commitment to take greater maritime responsibility for deterrence and defence in the North Atlantic,

The government proposes restrictions for Ukrainian men

26/02/2026 Press release Ministry of Justice and Public Security, Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion

The Labour government intends to tighten the rules on residence for displaced persons from Ukraine. Ukrainian men between 18 and 60 years of age will no longer be granted temporary collective protection.

Norway supporting Syria at a critical time

22/05/2025 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘The sense of hope which the Syrian people expressed amid destruction, is what stands out the most, said the Norwegian Minister of International Development, Åsmund Aukrust, after visiting Syria today. Norway is providing a further NOK 20 million in

Helping to reduce social inequalities and promote green transition in Slovakia

05/06/2025 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway signed an agreement in Slovakia today on a new funding period for the EEA and Norway Grants.

Changes among the state secretaries

23/01/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

In today’s Council of State, the King has appointed Ms. Anette Stegegjerdet Norberg as state secretary to Minister of Agriculture and Food, Mr. Nils Kristen Sandtrøen, as of 2 February 2026.

Changes among the political advisers

02/03/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

Ms. Ada Camilla Lassen-Urdahl is appointed as political adviser to Minister of Research and Higher Education, Ms. Sigrun Aasland.

Report of the Afghanistan Commission presented

10/11/2025 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Defence

The report on Norway’s engagement in Afghanistan from 2015 to 2021 offers important lessons learned.

Strengthening civil society in Moldova

11/11/2025 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway is providing NOK 8.8 million in support to two new civil society partners in Moldova. The funding will be used to strengthen the efforts of these organisations to promote democracy and reform in connection with Moldova’s process towards EU

Announcement of APA 2025

09/05/2025 Press release Ministry of Energy

The Ministry of Energy has announced this year’s licensing round on the Norwegian Continental Shelf - APA 2025. As in previous years, the licensing round follows the standard procedure with a company application deadline in September, and the award

Revised national budget 2026: Stable production and high petroleum revenues from the Norwegian continental shelf

12/05/2026 Press release Ministry of Energy

The government estimates the state's net cash flow from the petroleum sector to 686 billion NOK this year. This represents an increase from last year, when net cash flow was around 664 billion NOK.

Strong interest in new exploration areas in APA 2026

11/09/2026 Press release Ministry of Energy

The Norwegian Ministry of Energy has received applications from 21 companies in connection with the announcement of this year’s licensing round on the Norwegian continental shelf.

The first Ukrainians to arrive will have their residence permits extended again

03/03/2026 Press release Ministry of Justice and Public Security, Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion

Displaced persons from Ukraine who have had temporary collective protection in Norway for four years will have their residence permits extended for a fifth year. This will take place in the same manner as previous extensions.

New Climate Agreement Between Norway and Jordan

04/03/2026 News story Ministry of Climate and Environment

Norway and Jordan have signed a new agreement on climate. The agreement can help reduce emissions from the waste sector in Jordan.

Norway’s main priorities for the 81st session of the UN General Assembly

11/09/2026 Guidelines Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Instructions for the Norwegian delegation

Glossary of legal terms

06/08/2013 Article Ministry of Children and Families

| A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z | Æ | Ø | Å | Abductor The person who takes a child illegally out of its country of habitual residence or who fails to return a child to its

Background for the list of lawyers

06/08/2013 Article Ministry of Children and Families

The Ministry of Justice and Public Security has established a list of lawyers who specialise in child abduction cases so that affected parents may get in touch with a lawyer that has special expertise on and knowledge of child abduction.