UNESCO's International Convention against Doping in Sport was established in 2007. The agreement commits governments to work against doping in sport and is a framework for harmonization of anti-doping regulations and policies at the international level. Norway has ratified the convention.

Sport co-operation organized by the Council of Europe

The Ministry represents Norway in matters concerning sport under the direction of the Council of Europe.

The Council of Europe works to promote safe and ethical sport through policies based on the same principles throughout Europe. The Council of Europe help to counteract negative aspects of sport. This is done through the enlarged partial agreement on sport (EPAS) and the conventions on anti-doping (The Anti-Doping Convention), safety and security at sports events (Convention on an Integrated Safety, Security and Service Approach at Football Matches and Other Sports Events) and manipulation of sports competitions (Convention on Manipulation of Sports Competitions).

Norway is a member of EPAS and has also ratified the conventions.

Nordic sports co-operation

The Nordic sports ministers has signed a declaration on Nordic co-operation in the field of sport. The declaration, which was originally signed by the Nordic ministers of sport in 1994, provides for extensive governmental co-operation on matters concerning sport. The declaration reflects a common understanding of the importance of sport in society. The co-operation is based on respect for voluntary efforts and the autonomy of democratic sports organisations at national and international levels.

An important aspect of the co-operation is the exchange of experience and discussion of current sports policy issues. This is ensured through regular meetings. Particular emphasis is given to the co-ordination of Nordic positions on international matters. 

Participation in CEN work – the European Committee for Standardization

Norway is a member of the European standardization committee CEN (Comité Européen de Normalisation) through Standards Norway, and participates in the design of European standards in various areas. The Ministry participates in work concerning sport facilities.

Important objectives are to identify standardized solutions when it comes to functionality, safety, and environmental issues. The greatest activity is currently in committees and groups working on standards for sports surface and stands. Standards Norway is responsible for the publication of Norwegian standards in this field, and thus coordinates the work.