Someone must stand guard over the night of the world
'I encourage you – especially those of you who are religious leaders – to speak out against racism and discrimination – against both antisemitism and Islamophobia. We, the political leaders, also have a special responsibility for what we say, no matter where we are, in the public debate. Each and every one of us has a responsibility for helping to curtail the growing polarisation and reduce escalating tensions in our society', said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
Norway to continue as guest country in G20
On Tuesday, 3 December, South Africa announced that Norway will continue to participate as a G20 guest country under the South African G20 Presidency. Norway had status as a guest country in 2024 under the Brazilian presidency.
Greater and more long-term support to Ukraine
All political parties in the Storting (Norwegian parliament) today reached agreement on expanding and increasing the Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine, which was established to support Ukraine’s fight for freedom. There is agreement between the political parties to extend the support programme for a further three years, and to provide an allocation of minimum of NOK 35 billion (EUR 3.0 billion) to Ukraine next year.
Ukraine
Russia invaded Ukraine on 24th February 2022. On this page you will find content about the war in Ukraine and its consequences for Norway.