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Meld. St. 13 (2014–2015) - New emission commitment for Norway for 2030 – towards joint fulfilment with the EU

There are plans to establish a national emissions trading system in 2016. An environmental protection law was adopted in 2014, and a climate change law is being drafted and according to plan will be adopted in 2015. Latin America Several Latin American

Norway introduces additional sanctions against Russia

Norway has introduced a new set of sanctions against President Putin and the Russian regime.

Report No. 16 to the Storting (2007-2008) - On the Management of the Government Pension Fund in 2007

interests in the markets of other countries, by way of the investments of the funds being determined by political rather than commercial objectives. Particular concern has in this context arisen in relation to the acquisition of large, strategic ownership stakes

Meld. St. 12 (2017–2018) – Health, safety and environment in the petroleum industry -

Meld. St. 12 (2017–2018) Report to the Storting (white paper)

a basis for the authorities’ decision for whether or not petroleum activity should be established in the relevant area. Commercial and environmental effects of the petroleum activity, pollution hazards and the economic and social impact of the petroleum

NOU 2012: 16 - Cost-Benefit Analysis

of public measures should, however, nonetheless be based on simple rules that address the main aspects of the matter. For commercial public sector operations in direct competition with private sector, it will be appropriate to use a discount rate faced

Norway expressing strong support for Palestine at the Cairo conference

“Conflicts and destabilization in the Middle East have led to death and destruction on a massive scale. Millions have been displaced. The Palestinian economy is in crisis. In this dramatic situation, the Norwegian government has proposed increasing

How can Europe and Norway cooperate to scale up the CCS market?

Minister of Petroleum and Energy held this keynote speech at the Northern Lights Summit in Brussels on 23th June 2022.

By Minister of Energy Terje Aasland

International strategy for freedom of expression

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs launched its international strategy for promoting freedom of expression in foreign and development policy 29 June.

Meld. St. 26 (2016–2017) - The Management of the Government Pension Fund in 2016

Meld. St. 26 (2016–2017) Report to the Storting (white paper)

management Leadership and regimes Election (e.g. democratic or quasi-democratic) Coup Politics and policies Tax legislation Labour laws Environmental standards Foreign direct investments and trade openness Regulatory risk Regulatorcertainty Renegotiations of

Investing in a common future

Multiple global crises continue to jeopardize the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. With only 15 percent of the targets on track, there is a need for innovative thinking. In December 2022, the government established an independent expert group

Meld. St. 25 (2013-2014) - Education for Development

fundamental framework for business development and growth are: good governance, compliance with the principles of the rule of law, legislation that ensures a good investment climate, and access to financing and a skilled workforce. Education is often required

Report No. 20 to the Storting (2006-2007) - National strategy to reduce social inequalities in health

social and health services. Health-care workers are also subject to supervision, and they are bound by a special professional law, the Health Personnel Act. The experiences of the Norwegian Board of Health confirm that in many cases there are variations

Report No. 10 (2009-2010) - The Management of the Government Pension Fund in 2009

treaties with, or countries from which Norway may demand tax information pursuant to other agreements based on international law. To limit risk, there is also a requirement that the bank perform a due diligence review of individual investments in which

Minister of Petroleum and Energy's speech at Climit Summit

Minister of Petroleum and Energy Terje Aasland held this speech at the Climit Summit in Larvik on 8th February 2023.

By Minister of Energy Terje Aasland

The National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence

The Norwegian AI (Artificial Intelligence) Strategy.

Direct sales of weapons and defense-related products to Ukraine permitted from 1 January 2024

The Norwegian government has decided to permit direct sales of weapons and defense-related products from the Norwegian defense industry to the defense authorities in Ukraine. This policy change will enter into force on January 1 2024.

National geospatial strategy towards 2025 - Everything happens somewhere

With this strategy, the Government will continue to develop this infrastructure. This strategy is based on the fact that “everything happens somewhere”, and it shows the direction of the work ahead.

Meld. St. 27 (2012-2013) - The Management of the Government Pension Fund in 2012

that were deemed to be in conflict with Norway’s commitments under international law, based on advice from the Petroleum Fund’s Advisory Commission on International Law. In 2004, ethical guidelines for the Fund were adopted. The ethical guidelines were

Digitalisation strategy for the higher education sector 2017-2021

information landscape, together with its extensive use of data and technology, poses extensive challenges in terms of ethics, law, and security. Furthermore it places increased demands on ICT skills, accountability, digital judgement, and the ability to

Publication number H-2120 E

The main functions of county minicipalities and municipalities in Norway

The main functions of county municipalities and municipalities in Norway.