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Whistleblowing on sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) involving grant recipients – adjusted guidelines

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has a policy of zero tolerance of financial irregularities in connection with the use of funds allocated to the Ministry by the Storting (Norwegian parliament). Zero tolerance means that the Ministry will respond to

Sørlige Nordsjø II

The area of Sørlige Nordsjø II is located south in the North Sea, close to the border to Denmark, and was opened for renewable offshore energy production on the 12th of June with a capacity of 3000 MW. Ventyr SN II AS won the auction for the

Travel to countries and areas that are included in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs travel warning

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues travel warning when there are reasons why Norwegian citizens should avoid travelling to a particular country or area. The advice is based on an overall assessment of safety and security.

Cooperation with the Sami Parliament on international indigenous issues

The Government places great emphasis on discussing and negotiating about indigenous issues through close cooperation between the Government and representatives of indigenous people. Norwegian attitudes to international indigenous issues are

Norway's Prime Minister - Time in Office

Name From To Years Months Days 1. Frederik Due 27.02.1841 08.03.1844 3 0 10 08.03.1844 17.06.1856 12 3 9 17.06.1856 16.12.1858 2 5 29 17 9 19 2. Einar Gerhardsen 25.06.1945 05.11.1945 0 4 11 05.11.1945 19.11.1951 6 0 14 22.01.1955 28.08.1963 8 7 6

Big Tech and democracy

The Internet is a central arena for public debate, distribution of quality news content and access to culture. At the same time, tech companies and social media platforms have a huge impact on the democratic discourse in Norway.

Norway’s efforts to promote peace in Afghanistan

In 2006, Norway decided to establish contact with the Taliban with the aim of encouraging the movement to take part in a political process with the Afghan authorities in power at the time.

Expert group – AI and elections

The Government has appointed a fast-working expert group tasked with gathering experience of the 2024 elections and making recommendations on how Norway can prepare for the general election in 2025.

Strategic Benchmark Index

The strategy is defined in the Fund mandate and reflected in, inter alia, the composition of the benchmark index and risk limits established by the Ministry of Finance.

Governance Framework

The Storting has in the Government Pension Fund Act, made the Ministry of Finance responsible for the management of the Government Pension Fund Norway (GPFN). The operational management of the Fund is carried out by Folketrygdfondet.

How state ownership is exercised

The Government’s ambition is that the Norwegian State’s exercise of ownership shall be in accordance with the best international practice. The State shall be an active owner with a long-term perspective in line with good and responsible private

More equal and inclusive society for all LGBTQ people

The attack that took place on the night of 25 June 2022 is a painful reminder that work still needs to be done - also politically - to make Norway a safer, more equal and inclusive society for all LGBTQ people. The Government is strengthening

Investment Strategy

The objective of Fund investments is to achieve the highest possible return over time, given an acceptable level of risk. The Fund shall be managed responsibly within this overarching financial objective.

Work Assessment Allowance (AAP)

Work Assessment Allowance (AAP) is a benefit from Nav (the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration) for individuals with reduced work capacity due to illness,injury or defect. AAP secures income for individuals who needs work-related measures,

Regulations 10 October 2017 No. 1598 on electrical equipment

The regulation establishes the safety objectives which electrical equipment must fulfil when being placed or made available on the market.

Regulations 29 November 2017 No. 1849 on equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres

The regulation establishes the safety objectives, which equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, must fulfil when being placed or made available on the market.

Regulations on restrictions on the use of hazardous chemicals and other products

Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) § 2a.6 Language requirement for the declaration of conformity. Declaration of conformity shall be in English or Norwegian. Regulations on restrictions on the use of

Regulation No 817 of 5 July 2012 on approval of motor vehicles and their trailers (bilforskriften)

The technical requirements according to Directive 2007/46/EC are implemented through this regulation

State ownership in numbers: companies in Category 1

For companies in Category 1 the State’s goal as an owner is the highest possible return over time in a sustainable manner.