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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- Norway expresses grave concern over the situation in northern Ethiopia News story 10/10/2026
- Statement from Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the plans to expand sanctions against the International Criminal Court News story 09/10/2026
- Statement from Foreign Minister Eide on Russia’s warning to foreign nationals in Ukraine News story 05/10/2026
- Norway steps up efforts for deported Ukrainian children, detained civilians and prisoners of war Press release 29/09/2026
- Norway provides NOK 210 million for women’s health and rights Press release 25/09/2026