Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Partner Countries in Development Policy

Norway’s development efforts are designed to contribute to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which world leaders adopted at the UN summit in 2015. The main aim is to eradicate extreme poverty, ensure inclusive and sustainable development and promote prosperity, peace and justice throughout the world by 2030.

A green aid budget with a focus on solidarity

08/11/2021: The Government has proposed an aid budget of over NOK 41 billion for 2022. In order to address the climate threat, the Government has proposed a significant increase in funding for efforts in the areas of renewable energy, food security and climate change adaptation. It has also proposed establishing a separate funding pot for initiatives targeting refugees and displaced people.

The UNSC will strengthen protection of education

29/10/2021: The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution on protection of education in conflict zones. Niger and Norway sponsored the resolution and led the negotiations. This is the first separate resolution on the protection of education and education facilities in conflict zones to be adopted by the Security Council.