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). The main aim is to eradicate extreme poverty, ensure inclusive and sustainable development and promote prosperity, peace and justice throughout the world by 2030.

International strategy for freedom of expression

'The right to freedom of expression, including free access to information, is a fundamental human right. Freedom of expression is essential to enabling people to acquire knowledge and form their own opinions', the introduction to the strategy says.

Norway to hold presidency of Security Council in January

23/12/2021: Norway will hold the presidency of the Security Council in January 2022. In addition to leading the Council’s work to promote international peace and security, Norway will organise a number of thematic meetings focusing on its identified priority areas. Norway’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs are planning to visit New York in January and will chair some of the meetings.

Norway increases humani-tarian funding for acute crises

08/12/2021: ‘Norway is increasing its annual contribution to the UN Central Emergency Response Fund to NOK 450 million over the next four years. This will create greater predictability and enhance the effectiveness of humanitarian efforts,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt. The agreement was signed together with UN Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths.