Plans and strategies

Diplomatic relations

The Oslo Diplomatic List Coronavirus information for Diplomatic Missions Diplomat in Norway. The purpose of this booklet is to provide information to diplomats and their families on how the various privileges and

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, The King has made changes among the state secretaries.

Norwegian support to Ukraine and neighbouring countries

An overview of Norway’s support to Ukraine and its neighbouring countries in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is available below. This information will be updated on an ongoing basis.

Statement on Belarus

- Two years have passed since the flawed presidential election in Belarus and the start a new cycle of violence against peaceful demonstrators and critics of the regime, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Invitation to a digital Nordic seminar on inclusion of vulnerable young people 15th September

The Norwegian Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion invites to a Nordic digital seminar 15th September on inclusion of young people in work, education and society. The seminar is part of the Norwegian presidency programme for the Nordic Council of

Municipalities in the Register

The municipalities listed below are registered in Register for Governmental Approval of Financial Obligations (Local Government Act § 28 nr. 1) The register was last updated: 09.08.2022 Registered municipalities: 14 Last changes: In: 16.06.2022

Norway will host informal meeting with the Prime Ministers from the Nordic countries

In 2022, Norway holds the chairmanship of the Nordic Council of Ministers, and Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre is hosting his Nordic Prime Minister colleagues in an informal Nordic Prime Ministers' meeting in Oslo on Monday 15. August. The meeting

Fourteen years since the outbreak of the war between Russia and Georgia

“The Russian invasion of Georgia in 2008 marked the beginning of a new and more aggressive phase in Russia’s policy regarding its neighbouring countries and the European security architecture. As we are witnessing in Ukraine today, Russia has

Statement on the escalation in and around Gaza

'I am deeply concerned about the escalation in and around Gaza', said Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt.

What the state owns

The state has direct ownership, managed through the ministries, in 71 companies.

National dialogue and reconciliation in Somalia

The political crisis that emerged in Somalia in 2021-2022 in connection with holding elections highlights the importance of efforts to promote national reconciliation. This is a priority for Norway, as is promoting the inclusion of women and

Peace diplomacy efforts in Afghanistan

Norway has been engaged in peace diplomacy efforts vis-à-vis the Taliban movement for many years with the aim of promoting contact between key Afghan stakeholders and advancing progress towards a political solution in Afghanistan.

Statement on the Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons

National statement on the Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, delivered by Ministry of Foreign Affairs State Secretary Eivind Vad Petersson.

By State Secretary Eivind Vad Petersson New York, 1 August 2022

Norway concerned about the crisis in Sri Lanka

‘I am concerned about the food and nutrition crisis we are now witnessing in Sri Lanka. The grave humanitarian situation has a severe impact on women and children. Norway is providing NOK 13 million to address the acute needs,’ said Minister of

Statement on shipment of grain from Odesa

Today’s shipment of grain from Odesa is an important first step in reducing global food insecurity.

Statement from the Minister of Foreign Affairs on the situation in Northern Kosovo

'Norway supports efforts of the EU, the US and KFOR to calm down the situation in Northern Kosovo', said Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt.

Diplomat in Norway

This guide provides information to diplomats and their families on how the various privileges and immunities under the Vienna Conventions are implemented in Norway, and to offer other information.

Joint statement on Myanmar

Joint statement on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Norway, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States following the execution of pro-democracy and opposition leaders in Myanmar.

Minister of Foreign Affairs: Condemns Russia's attack on Odesa

'Norway condemns Russia’s attack on the port of Odesa', Minister of Foreign Affairs Annniken Huitfeldt said.

IMF and Norway

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an organization of 190 countries, working to foster global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reduce