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The Norwegian Government's International Action Plan for Combating Female Genital Mutilation

The Norwegian Government's International Action Plan for Combating Female Genital Mutilation 2003 The report in PDF version To read this document you need to install Adobe Acrobat Reader The programme is free and can be downloaded from http://

Business creates development

The purpose of this brochure is to provide an overview of the measures the Government will pursue to promote investment in commercial activities in developing countries in the next few years. It is intended for everyone who is interested in

Human Rights, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Norway is a staunch defender of human rights, including the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons (LGBT). We will have the courage to speak out when others are silent, say the new guidelines for the Norwegian Foreign Service.

Meld. St. 19 (2017–2018) - Norwegian Exports of Defence-related Products in 2017, Export Control and International Non-proliferation Cooperation

Meld. St. 29 (2014–2015) - Globalisation and trade: Trade policy challenges and opportunities for Norway

Meld. St. 29 (2014–2015) Report to the Storting (white paper) Summary

The white paper presents ongoing changes in the Norwegian and global economy, as well as global trade cooperation. It also discusses the consequences these changes have on the Norwegian efforts to negotiate and take advantage of trade agreements in

Meld. St. 32 (2014–2015) - Norwegian Interests and Policy in the Antarctic

This is the first time a Norwegian Government has presented a white paper that provides a complete overview of Norway's interests and policy in the Antarctic. Norwegian Antarctic policy is based on recognition of the need to maintain Norway's

Meld. St. 22 (2016–2017) - The place of the oceans in Norway’s foreign and development policy

Meld. St. 22 (2016–2017) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Report No. 10 to the Storting (2008-2009) - Corporate social responsibility in a global economy

Report No. 10 (2008 – 2009) to the Storting

Ten facts about the EEA

The European Economic Area - binding together the EU and Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein

Meld. St. 36 (2016–2017) - Setting the course for Norwegian foreign and security policy

This white paper presents the Government's views on the course Norway should follow to be as well equipped as possible to meet today's challenging security situation. The Government will intensify European cooperation and redouble its efforts in

Report No. 15 to the Storting (2008-2009) - Interests, Responsibilities and Opportunities

The main features of Norwegian foreign policy

The Foreign Service Control Unit is point of contact for following up reports of sexual abuse in grant management control

The Foreign Service Control Unit (FSCU) is the point of contact for reports of sexual harassment, violence and abuse in projects granted funding from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Norway’s efforts to promote peace in Afghanistan

In 2006, Norway decided to establish contact with the Taliban with the aim of encouraging the movement to take part in a political process with the Afghan authorities in power at the time.

Israel – Palestine: A negotiated two-state solution

Norway has been actively engaged in helping to bring about a lasting solution to the conflict between the Israelis and the Palestinians for decades. The only solution that can prevent further wars is a political settlement that ensures

The peace process in Colombia

Norway is a key partner in Colombia and supports the Colombian Government’s efforts to secure peace with armed groups in the country.

Travel to countries and areas that are included in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs travel warning

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issues travel warning when there are reasons why Norwegian citizens should avoid travelling to a particular country or area. The advice is based on an overall assessment of safety and security.

The UN Global Compact

The UN Global Compact seeks to advance 10 principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption, which all socially responsible companies should follow. All companies that have joined the Global Compact are expected to

Norway’s efforts to promote freedom of expression and independent media

Freedom of expression is a prerequisite for a functioning democracy where all members of society have access to information and can participate in social and political life. Freedom of expression is also an enabler of other human rights, such as