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For Africa, by Africa – with support from Norway

Norway is investing more than NOK 3 billion in efforts to promote more inclusive economic growth and strengthen resilience to future crises in low-income countries in Africa. This contribution to the fight against poverty is channeled through the

Svalbard Global Seed Vault Crosses Major Milestone – 1.4 Million Seed Samples Secured

The Svalbard Global Seed Vault opened its doors for the second time this year, adding over 15,000 new seed samples. Its collection has now surpassed 1.4 million seed samples, each stored as a safeguard for the future of food and humanity.

OECD on Norway: Economic activity has picked up

The OECD today presented its two-year review of the Norwegian economy, with recommendations on how Norway should address key challenges ahead.

Speech at the plenary of the 114th International Labour Conference 2026

Statement by Norway delivered by Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion Kjersti Stenseng, Palais des Nations, Geneva, 5 June 2026.

By The Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion Kjersti Stenseng

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

Men and Women in Norwegian Governments 1945 -

The first Norwegian government with a female member, was Einar Gerhardsen’s coalition government 25 June-5 November 1945. Mrs. Kirsten Hansteen (1903-1974) represented the Communist Party and was consultative minister in the Ministry of Social

Duration of Norwegian Governments 1814-

The list covers both the rather extensive government periods 1814-1884 and the parliamentary dependent governments since 1884 - the year when the introduction of parliamentarism began in Norway.

Joint E4 Leaders’ Statement on the US-Iran peace deal: 14 June 2026

Joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Canada, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Latvia, Poland, Portugal, Albania, Denmark, Hungary, Iceland,

Norway and Morocco will cooperate on cutting emissions

Norway and Morocco have signed a new agreement outlining cooperation to reduce emissions from Morocco’s power sector.

Norway and Kenya sign a statement of intent on the Paris Agreement’s article 6

During Kenya’s President William Ruto’s official visit to Norway this week, Norway and Kenya signed a statement of intent under the Paris Agreement’s article 6.

Increased customs duties on imports of agricultural products and fertilisers from Russia and Belarus

The Government will introduce increased customs duties on agricultural products and fertilisers from Russia and Belarus as of 1 July.

The Kavli Prize

The Kavli Prize recognises outstanding scientific research and honours highly creative scientists. The prize should also promote public understanding of scientists and their work, and foster international cooperation among scientists.

How the Government will ensure sufficient health personnel

In Helsepersonellplan 2040 (the Health Personnel Plan 2040), the Government is launching more than 150 measures to address the expected shortage of personnel in the health and care services. ‘Although the challenge is considerable, it can be

Key measures to curb the need for labour

In Helsepersonellplan 2040 (the Health Personnel Plan 2040), the Government proposes a number of measures to curb the need for labour. Here are some of them.

Key measures to increase the supply of labour

In Helsepersonellplan 2040 (the Health Personnel Plan 2040), the Government proposes a number of measures to increase the supply of labour. Here are some of them.

The Prime Minister’s statement at a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General

'Also, we are now deepening our bilateral defense cooperation with our European partners,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Brussels

Joint statement on Iranian State Threats and HAYI-claimed attacks

Joint statement from 22 countries on state threats relating to Iranian security services and the condemnation of recent Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamiya (HAYI) claimed-attacks across Europe.

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.

Decision-makers and peace mediators gather at the Oslo Forum 2026

Today, around 150 mediators, parties to conflicts, and experts are gathering at this year’s Oslo Forum to discuss pathways out of today’s conflicts. Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide is hosting the peace mediation gathering, which Norway

Norway to provide NOK 1.2 billion for maritime drones for Ukraine

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