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Information for British citizens and their family members.

International efforts to combat the death penalty

The right to life is enshrined in both global and regional human rights conventions. The right to life and respect for human dignity and inviolability are the underlying principles on which all other human rights and the fundamental principles of

International efforts to promote freedom of expression and independent media

Freedom of expression is not only a prerequisite for democracy, it is also vital for the realisation of other fundamental human rights, such as freedom of assembly and freedom of religion or belief. Promoting freedom of speech is therefore an

Coronavirus information for Diplomatic and Consular Missions

As a result of the coronavirus situation, the Norwegian Government has adopted laws and regulations on various related matters, including border control, entry restrictions for foreign nationals and requirements on documentation of negative test

The Foreign Minister on terror in Borno, Nigeria

'I am appalled and deeply concerned about news from Borno, Nigeria. Death toll continues to rise after the horrific massacre on Saturday. Norway strongly condemns terrorism and attacks on civilians', said the Foreign Minister Ine Eriksen Søreide.

The Foreign Minister on the situation in Tigray, Ethiopia

'It is urgent to open transport and communication lines to Tigray, Ethiopia. The UN and humanitarian actors must have safe and unhindered access to the civilian population. Embassies need access to provide consular services to their citizens'. said

Statement by Foreign Minister Ine Eriksen Søreide on the situation in Tigray

'Reports on fighting in Mekelle are of grave concern. Together with the international community, not least the African Union, we urge the parties to show restraint and protect civilians', says Foreign Minister Ine Eriksen Søreide.

The Norwegian Government's action plan for export

The Norwegian Government's action plan for export encompasses topics such as the overall trade policy situation, the global economic crisis created by the corona pandemic and the competitive situation for Norwegian companies abroad.

A policy for growth and stability – for the people in the north and for the whole country

Ensuring that North Norway is a strong, vibrant region is important not only for the north, but also for the country as a whole. This is the message of the eight Government ministers who presented the new white paper on Norway’s Arctic policy today.

Changes in the travel advice for certain hospital districts in Finland

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is now advising against non-essential travel to the following hospital districts in Finland: the Central Finland Hospital District, North Karelia Hospital District, Pirkanmaa Hospital District and Päijät-Häme Hospital

Support for peace, stabilisation and development efforts in Afghanistan

‘As one the world’s poorest countries, Afghanistan will continue to be an important partner for Norwegian development assistance. Norway will maintain a high level of aid until the end of 2024, and has allocated approximately NOK 650 million to

Norway increases support for civilians fleeing from Tigray

‘I am very concerned about the grave humanitarian consequences of the conflict in the Tigray region in Ethiopia. The civilian population has been severely affected, and thousands of people are being forced to flee every day. Norway will provide

Norway deeply concerned about situation in Tigray, Ethiopia

'Norway is deeply concerned about the deteriorating situation in Tigray, Ethiopia and the regional impact. We call the parties to immediately put down weapons and resort to dialogue', said Foreign Minister Ine Eriksen Søreide.

Norway implements the 2019 "Basel amendments" on plastic waste

The 2019 amendments of the Basel Convention, introducing new and stronger, legally binding international control on the transboundary movements of certain types of plastic wastes, are translated into Norwegian law, just in time for the 1.1.2021

Calls for countries to consider a global agreement to prevent plastic pollution

Plastic pollution is not being effectively addressed by the current international legal and policy framework. Expert Group request UN to consider new global agreement.

The coronavirus situation: Questions and answers about entry to Norway

Norway is entering the second wave of infection, and the virus is spreading rapidly. The Government has therefore introduced new national infection control measures. This includes a requirement that people in entry quarantine must stay at a

The Corona situation: More information about quarantine hotels

In order to limit import infection, on 5 November 2020 the Government introduced arrangements involving quarantine hotels, effective from 9 November 2020. Further information about who has a duty to stay at the quarantine hotels and how the

Remarks on Norway's efforts in ACT-A

Minister of International Development Dag-Inge Ulstein's remarks at a press conference with World Health Organization (WHO) on Norway's efforts in Access to Covid-19 Tools Accelerator (ACT-A).

By Minister of International Development Dag-Inge Ulstein 23 November

Remarks at the Donor Conference for Afghanistan

Minister of Foreign Affairs Ine Eriksen Søreide's statement at the donor conference for Afghanistan 23 -24 November (virtually).

By Minister of Foreign Affairs Ine Eriksen Søreide 23 November

G-28/2020 – Revised circular relating to entry into force of the Regulations relating to entry restrictions for foreign nationals out of concern for public health

G-28/2020 – Revised circular