Peace and reconciliation efforts
For several decades, Norway has been engaged in a number of peace processes. Promoting conflict resolution and reconciliation is a key aspect of Norwegian foreign policy. A peaceful world is in Norway’s self-interest. Norway is also concerned with relieving and preventing the human suffering caused by conflict. The Norwegian support for parties in conflict to seek political solutions costs little in comparison with military means and the costs of armed conflict.
Hallmarks of Norway’s peace and reconciliation work
Norway’s peace and reconciliation efforts are varied and depend on the conflict in question and local conditions. Still, there are certain characteristics of Norwegian peace diplomacy.
Women’s participation in peace processes
We strive to ensure that more women participate at all levels of peace and reconciliation efforts, and that all those involved in a peace process know how to integrate the gender perspective into their work.
Norway’s engagement in peace work – by country
Norway is involved in peace efforts in a number of countries. An overview is given here. However, much of Norway’s work in this area is confidential, so it is not possible to give an exhaustive overview.
Latest on peace and reconciliation efforts
What's new
- Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon News story 27/11/2024
- Address to the Storting on the situation in the Middle East Speech/statement 21/11/2024
- Minister Eide’s remarks at AHLC Ministerial Meeting Speech/statement 02/10/2024
- Joint Statement from Troika Capitals on South Sudan News story 21/09/2024
- The presidential election in Venezuela Press release 02/08/2024
Documents
- Women, Peace and Security Guidelines 03/06/2024
- Norway’s Humanitarian Strategy Plans/strategy 15/05/2024
- Norway’s National Action Plan: Women, Peace and Security (2023-2030) Plans/strategy 14/09/2023
- Meld. St. 26 (2022–2023) - A changing climate – united for a climate-resilient society Report to the Storting 16/06/2023
- Norway's efforts in the Sahel region 2018-2019 Report 02/11/2020
Contact
Section for Peace and Reconciliation
E-mail: Seksjon.for.fred.og.forsoning@mfa.no
Phone:
+47 23 95 14 88
Address:
Postboks 8114 Dep. , N-0032 Oslo
Visitor address:
7. juniplassen 1 / Victoria Terrasse,