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Reports from the Nordic-Baltic Office at the IMF

The Nordic Baltic Office prepares regular reports on recent policy developments in IMF.

Norges Bank's work on responsible investing

The aim of Norges Bank's responsible investing activities is to promote long-term value creation and to contribute to good corporate governance and responsible business conduct. In its management of the GPFG, Norges Bank shall emphasise the fund's

NOU 2026: 2 - Policy for new generations – Causes, consequences and measures related to low birth rates

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Meld. St. 20 (2024–2025) - Promoting democracy, rule of law and human rights in Europe

Meld. St. 20 (2024–2025) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Three decades ago, we experienced a strengthening of democratic values and multilateral co-operation. Today, the situation is starkly different. Globalisation has stalled amidst rising great power rivalry and deepening polarisation. We are

Prime Minister attended summit on European security

On Monday, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre participated in the 8th Summit of the European Political Community (EPC) in Yerevan, Armenia. The EPC brings together leaders from all of Europe.

The Norwegian Government is decentralising asylum registration in connection with the war in Ukraine

Due to the large number of Ukrainian refugees in Europe, the Norwegian Government is now making sure that asylum seekers can register at several locations throughout the country. This will make it easier for Ukrainians to apply for asylum wherever

Mehl: ‘Norway wants refugees to be transferred from Moldova quickly’

‘It is important to Norway that we can begin transferring refugees from Moldova quickly,’ says Minister of Justice and Public Security Emilie Enger Mehl.

NOU 2024: 7 - Norway and the EEA: Development and experiences

Norway’s International Efforts to Prevent and Combat Corruption

The guideline has been prepared by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with contributions from other ministries and external stakeholders.

Conditions for marriage

A marriage may be entered into in a church or civil ceremony.

Parental benefit

Parental benefit is intended to ensure that the parents have an income during parental leave in connection with a birth or adoption. The right to parental benefit is accrued by the parents working.

Frequently asked questions

Where is your child? Contact your nearest police station for advice on whether your child should be reported as missing and whether an international search notice should be issued. You can read more about searching for a child/abductor under

NOK 203 million in new funding for the Red Cross’s efforts for Ukraine

When drones and missiles strike residential areas in Ukraine, Red Cross volunteers are among the first on the scene to get people to safety. Norway is now providing 203 million kroner to support their efforts to meet the urgent humanitarian needs of

Norway imposes additional sanctions and measures against violent settlers in the West Bank

“Violence by settlers in Palestine has reached extreme levels. Palestinians are being killed and injured, homes and private property are being demolished, and entire communities are being destroyed. At the same time, the Israeli Government is

Clear UN Support for Legal Climate Obligations

Norway voted in favor when the UN General Assembly on 20 May adopted a resolution welcoming the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) advisory opinion on states’ obligations in the face of climate change.

Norway Strengthens Efforts Against Landmines and Explosives Globally

Norway commits NOK 580 million to humanitarian efforts aimed at protecting civilians from landmines and explosive remnants of war. The funding will also cover victim assistance and advocacy to strengthen international norms and legal instruments,

The US introduces a new tariff rate on goods from Norway

The US has announced new tariff rates on goods from a number of countries, including Norway. Norwegian goods subject to the measure will face an additional tariff of 12.5 per cent. This replaces the global additional tariff of 10 per cent, which

Practical Information for the Media Following the Passing of His Majesty King Harald V

Information for the Media Following the Passing of His Majesty King Harald V.

Press information: Guest List for the Funeral of King Harald V

The guest list for the funeral of King Harald V is now available.

IMO Honours Rescue Diver Adrian Willyson Brask

The 2026 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea will be presented posthumously to Adrian Willyson Brask. The award is presented annually by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the United Nations specialized agency for shipping, to