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Free trade agreement with Viet Nam signed, opening up new opportunities for Norwegian businesses
18/10/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway and the other EFTA States, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland, have today signed a free trade agreement with Viet Nam. The agreement will eventually eliminate tariffs on almost all goods exported from Norway to Viet Nam.
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Norway provides NOK 750 million for reconstruction and public services in Ukraine
14/10/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsRussia’s illegal war of aggression continues to cause widespread destruction in Ukraine. Norway provides NOK 750 million for repairs and reconstruction. The Norwegian contribution will unlock an additional three times that amount in loans to Ukraine.
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New Syria fund for reconstruction: ‘Taking charge of its own future’, said Aukrust
14/10/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsAt the request of the Syrian authorities, the World Bank has decided to establish a multi-donor trust fund for Syria. Norway will contribute approximately NOK 90 million to the fund. The funding will support Syria’s reconstruction efforts, including
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Norway and the World Bank strengthen efforts to combat corruption
14/10/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway and the World Bank are entering into two agreements aimed at improving the management of public finances in low-income countries. The objective is to strengthen public financial management and combat corruption to ensure better public
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Aukrust in Tokyo: ‘Japan is an important partner for Norway’
13/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsHow can development policy contribute to more jobs, greater investment and stronger international cooperation? These questions were a key topic during Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust’s visit to Tokyo on 12 and 13 October.
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Joint Statement from Foreign Ministers regarding RAF Fairford and Iran State Threats
13/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe Foreign Ministers of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal,
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Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide: Regrettable that the Palestinian elections are being postponed
12/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs‘It is regrettable that the Palestinian leadership has decided to postpone the elections by close to a year. Although the conditions for holding elections are extremely challenging, it is crucial that the Palestinian people are able to choose who
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Norway expresses grave concern over the situation in northern Ethiopia
10/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway views with grave concern the continued escalation of violence in northern Ethiopia and the increased tensions between the countries in the Horn of Africa, particularly between Ethiopia and Eritrea.
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Statement from Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the plans to expand sanctions against the International Criminal Court
09/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsIt is deeply concerning that the United States has announced plans to expand sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC). This puts pressure on an important, independent court that must be able to carry out its vital work free from
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Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Espen Barth Eide on the Nobel Peace Prize laureate Navi Pillay
09/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsI congratulate Navi Pillay on receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. The prize sends a powerful signal of support for the cause of human rights, international law, and international humanitarian law, principles that Norway holds in the highest regard.
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New ambassadors from Vietnam, Pakistan, Austria and France
08/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsFour ambassadors presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Haakon VIII on 8 October 2026.
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Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide on the third anniversary of the terrorist attack against Israel
07/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsToday marks three years since Hamas’ horrific terrorist attack against Israel on 7 October 2023. The attack claimed the lives of 1,200 people, and 251 people were taken hostage. Norway condemned the attack in the strongest possible terms. There can
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Statement from Foreign Minister Eide on Russia’s warning to foreign nationals in Ukraine
05/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs'The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation published a statement on 3 October 2026, warning foreign nationals, including diplomatic personnel, against remaining in Ukraine and purporting to place on them the “responsibility for any
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Free Trade Agreement with Kosovo enters into force
01/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs‘The agreement opens new doors for Norwegian businesses and contribute to bringing Kosovo closer to Europe,’ said Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.
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Norway authorises defence exports to Moldova
29/09/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe Norwegian Government has decided to allow exports of Norwegian defence materiel to the Republic of Moldova.
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Norway steps up efforts for deported Ukrainian children, detained civilians and prisoners of war
29/09/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway is increasing support for humanitarian efforts in support of deported Ukrainian children, detained civilians and prisoners of war through UNICEF and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Norway is also co-hosting a conference
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Statement on International Safe Abortion Day 2026
28/09/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsOn the occasion of International Safe Abortion Day, Ambassadors, Envoys and Governments of Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Iceland, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain and Sweden have released the following statement today (28
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Statement Issued by Co-Chairs of Global Alliance for Implementation of Two State Solution
28/09/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsNew York, September 25, 2026, SPA, The co-chairs of the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution issued the following statement:
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Norway provides NOK 210 million for women’s health and rights
25/09/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway is entering into a new agreement with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) to provide NOK 210 million in funding for 2026 and 2027. The funding will help improve access to contraception, family planning and life-saving health services
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Billions in support for business development and job creation in Ukraine
25/09/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway is increasing its efforts to promote sustainable business development and job creation in Ukraine. From 2027 to 2030, Norway will allocate EUR 350 million to this important work.