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Sudan: The Troika Condemns Continued Clashes in Jebel Marra, Darfur

The so-called troika in Sudan (USA, UK and Norway) has delivered a joint  statement on the ongoing clashes in the Jebel Marra region of Darfur.

New regulation on requirements for residential mortgage loans

The Ministry of Finance has adopted a new regulation on requirements for new residential mortgage loans.

Statement at conference on human rights

Minster of Foreign Affairs Ms. Ine Eriksen Søreide's statement at the conference «The Universal Declaration of Human Rights at 70. Human Rights and Inclusive citizenship: Conditions for Co-existence in Conflict-Ridden Societies”.

By Minister of Foreign Affairs Ine Eriksen Søreide Oslo, 18 June

The working environment and safety

Enterprises are themselves responsible for preventing accidents and harm to health as a result of work. Employers have a duty to ensure that the working environment is both safe and satisfactory.

Referat fra møte i referansegruppa 5. juni 2018

Referat fra møte i ressursgruppa 5. juni 2018 (PDF)

Awards in the 24. licensing round

Today the Norwegian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy is awarding 12 new licenses in 47 blocks on the Norwegian Continental Shelf. Nine of the licenses are located in the Barents Sea, while three are located in the Norwegian Sea.

Fremtidens kommuner 2018: Inspirasjon og erfaringsspredning i Arendal

– Det er spennende å se flere praktiske eksempler på hvor innovative norske kommuner er. Denne typen erfaringer og de verktøyene som løftes fram her på konferansen er nyttig å ta med seg i arbeidet med stortingsmeldingen om innovasjon i offentlig

Positive development in the Afghanistan conflict during Eid

‘I applaud the parties to the conflict for a ceasefire which has been successful so far, and wish all Afghans a happy Eid. It is now important to turn the trust that has been created into a willingness to reach a lasting peace,’ said Minister of

The Central Government's Outstanding Debt

The Central Government's Outstanding Debt contains tables describing the debt issued by the State of Norway.

Development is more than aid

‘Over the years, Norwegian aid has been spread too thinly, both geographically and thematically. If we are to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals and make the best possible use of our aid funds, we must concentrate our efforts,’ said

Sustainable migration from poor to rich countries.

Towards a new refugee and migration system?

Norway confirms EDI-measures at Rygge

-The Norwegian government is positive towards the proposed EDI-measures at Rygge Air Station, and are satisfied that the plans will move ahead, says Minister of Defence, Frank Bakke-Jensen.

Change among the political advisers

The Office of the Prime Minister has appointed Ms. Karine Skaret as political adviser to Minister of Agriculture and Food Jon Georg Dale as of 20 June 2018. Ms. Skaret resigns as political adviser to Minister of the Elderly and Public Health Åse

Facts about fields,discoveries, companies, production, remaining reserves - Norwegian oil and gas

Petroleum resources

Norway is an important supplier of oil and gas to the global market.

Maps and downloads

Download tables, graphs, illustrations and maps.

Environment and technology

The Norwegian petroleum industry has very high environmental and climate standards compared with those in other countries.

Framework

The overall objective of Norway’s petroleum policy is to provide a framework for the profitable production of oil and gas in the long term.

Production and exports

Norway is an important supplier of oil and gas to the global market, and almost all oil and gas produced on the Norwegian shelf is exported.

Economy

The oil and gas sector plays a vital role in the Norwegian economy.