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New target for waiting times in hospitals: : Patients should normally have received treatment or have started treatment within 60 days

The Government is setting a new target for waiting times and introducing new measures to ensure quicker access to healthcare services. Through “Rett på time” ("Right to an Appointment”) and “Mitt sykehusvalg” (“My Hospital Choice”), patients will,

New report maps Norway’s role in critical raw materials

The Norwegian Minister of Trade and Industry Cecilie Myrseth today received a report from Prosess21 and the Research Council of Norway, providing the first comprehensive assessment of where Norwegian industry plays a role in strategic and critical

Proposal for a bill banning trade with Israeli settlements in Palestine announced for public consultation

Norwegian citizens and Norwegian companies must not contribute to sustaining unlawful settlements. The settlement policy undermines the prospects for a two-state solution in which both Israelis and Palestinians can live in peace and freedom. Today,

Norway to open Consulate General in Greenland

Norway is strengthening its presence in Greenland and will open a Consulate General in Nuuk to further develop cooperation with Greenland at a time when the Arctic is gaining increasing strategic importance.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, the King has decided to extend Ms. Marte Ingul’s constitution as state secretary to Minister of Digitalisation and Public Governance Karianne Oldernes Tung from 1 August to 31 August 2026.

For Africa, by Africa – with support from Norway

Norway is investing more than NOK 3 billion in efforts to promote more inclusive economic growth and strengthen resilience to future crises in low-income countries in Africa. This contribution to the fight against poverty is channeled through the

Svalbard Global Seed Vault Crosses Major Milestone – 1.4 Million Seed Samples Secured

The Svalbard Global Seed Vault opened its doors for the second time this year, adding over 15,000 new seed samples. Its collection has now surpassed 1.4 million seed samples, each stored as a safeguard for the future of food and humanity.

Speech at the plenary of the 114th International Labour Conference 2026

Statement by Norway delivered by Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion Kjersti Stenseng, Palais des Nations, Geneva, 5 June 2026.

By The Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion Kjersti Stenseng

Joint E4 Leaders’ Statement on the US-Iran peace deal: 14 June 2026

Joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Canada, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Latvia, Poland, Portugal, Albania, Denmark, Hungary, Iceland,

Norway and Morocco will cooperate on cutting emissions

Norway and Morocco have signed a new agreement outlining cooperation to reduce emissions from Morocco’s power sector.

Norway and Kenya sign a statement of intent on the Paris Agreement’s article 6

During Kenya’s President William Ruto’s official visit to Norway this week, Norway and Kenya signed a statement of intent under the Paris Agreement’s article 6.

Increased customs duties on imports of agricultural products and fertilisers from Russia and Belarus

The Government will introduce increased customs duties on agricultural products and fertilisers from Russia and Belarus as of 1 July.

The Prime Minister’s statement at a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General

'Also, we are now deepening our bilateral defense cooperation with our European partners,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Brussels

Joint statement on Iranian State Threats and HAYI-claimed attacks

Joint statement from 22 countries on state threats relating to Iranian security services and the condemnation of recent Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamiya (HAYI) claimed-attacks across Europe.

Clear UN Support for Legal Climate Obligations

Norway voted in favor when the UN General Assembly on 20 May adopted a resolution welcoming the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) advisory opinion on states’ obligations in the face of climate change.

Decision-makers and peace mediators gather at the Oslo Forum 2026

Today, around 150 mediators, parties to conflicts, and experts are gathering at this year’s Oslo Forum to discuss pathways out of today’s conflicts. Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide is hosting the peace mediation gathering, which Norway

Norway to provide NOK 1.2 billion for maritime drones for Ukraine

The Norwegian Government will provide NOK 1.2 billion under the Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine for the development and procurement of maritime drones for Ukraine in 2026. The funding will also include deliveries of uncrewed surface vessels

Prime Minister met with President of Kenya in Oslo

Tuesday June 9th, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre met with Kenyan President William Ruto for a working dinner. The official visit reaffirms the long-standing, close relationship between Norway and Kenya.

The Prime Minister's statement at the press conference at the Nordic-Baltic (NB8) Summit

'Norway supports your call for peace, and we are ready to contribute to any efforts aimed at reaching that goal. In the meantime, we will have to be steadfast in our support,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Tallinn, Estonia

Norway imposes additional sanctions and measures against violent settlers in the West Bank

“Violence by settlers in Palestine has reached extreme levels. Palestinians are being killed and injured, homes and private property are being demolished, and entire communities are being destroyed. At the same time, the Israeli Government is