Human rights
The promotion of human rights and democratic principles is at the heart of Norwegian foreign policy. This policy is implemented both in international forums such as the UN, the OSCE and the Council of Europe, and at country level.
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- Statement on the UN Fact Finding Mission report on El Fasher News story 26/02/2026
- Joint Statement on Palestine News story 23/02/2026
- Joint Ministerial Statement on Protection of Civilians and Humanitarian Operations in Sudan News story 18/02/2026