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Statement by Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust: Thank you for a life spent in service to Norway
28/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsStatement by the Minister of International Development following the King’s death.
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What happens when a monarch passes away?
28/08/2026 News story Office of the Prime MinisterNorway is in mourning after the death of His Majesty King Harald V, who was greatly beloved by the people. There are a number of rules governing the events that take place when a monarch dies and a new monarch ascends to the throne.
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Statement from Espen Barth Eide: Thank you, King Harald V
28/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsIt was with profound sadness that I received the news that our beloved King has passed away.
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‘A whole nation is in mourning’
28/08/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister‘It is with great sorrow that I received the news that His Majesty King Harald V has died.
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Foreign Minister Eide: Important to show solidarity with Lebanon
26/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs'I am visiting Lebanon to demonstrate our solidarity and support at a very difficult time. The Israeli attacks have caused extensive destruction of homes and critical infrastructure. More than 360 000 persons remain displaced from their homes in
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Foreign Minister Eide in Syria: Promising developments, but much remains to be done
25/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway increases its support for Syria’s reconstruction by NOK 150 million (USD 15 million).
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Joint Statement from the Leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Canada and Norway on the E1 West Bank Settlement Plan
21/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsJoint Statement from the Leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Canada, Norway, Australia, New Zealand, Sweden and Belgium on the E1 West Bank Settlement Plan.
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Changes among the state secretaries
21/08/2026 Press release Office of the Prime MinisterIn today’s Council of State, the Crown Prince Regent has honourably discharged Mr. Kristoffer Thoner as state secretary to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
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Norway allocates NOK 10 million to earthquake response in Colombia
14/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway increases its support to local earthquake response efforts in Colombia with NOK 10 million. The funding will be drawn from reserve funds earmarked for humanitarian crises and will be allocated to the Red Cross Movement. This contribution is
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Changes among the state secretaries
07/08/2026 Press release Office of the Prime MinisterIn today’s Council of State, the King has honourably discharged Ms. Gunn Karin Gjul as state secretary to Minister of Justice and Public Security, Ms. Astri Aas-Hansen, as of 15 August 2026.
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Norway Strengthens Efforts Against Landmines and Explosives Globally
06/08/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway commits NOK 580 million to humanitarian efforts aimed at protecting civilians from landmines and explosive remnants of war. The funding will also cover victim assistance and advocacy to strengthen international norms and legal instruments,
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Changes among the political advisers
31/07/2026 Press release Office of the Prime MinisterMr. Anders Vissers Brabrand resigns as political adviser to Minister of Agriculture and Food Nils Kristen Sandtrøen, as of 1 August 2026.
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The US introduces a new tariff rate on goods from Norway
28/07/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe US has announced new tariff rates on goods from a number of countries, including Norway. Norwegian goods subject to the measure will face an additional tariff of 12.5 per cent. This replaces the global additional tariff of 10 per cent, which
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The Norwegian Government introduces a trade ban on products made using forced labour
21/07/2026 News story Ministry of Industry, Commerce and FisheriesThe Norwegian Government has decided to introduce a trade ban on products made using forced labour, including child labour.
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Opening of the National Memorial Site for 22 July at the Government Quarter
21/07/2026 Press release Ministry of Digitalisation and Public Governance, Ministry of Education and ResearchThe national memorial site commemorating the events of 22 July 2011 will be officially opened at the Government Quarter on Sunday, 19 July, at 3:00 p.m. His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon, Minister of Digitalisation and Public Governance
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Opening of the National Memorial Site for 22 July at the Government Quarter
18/07/2026 Press release Ministry of Digitalisation and Public GovernanceThe national memorial site commemorating the events of 22 July 2011 will be officially opened at the Government Quarter on Sunday, 19 July, at 3:00 p.m. His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon, Minister of Digitalisation and Public Governance
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Norway Joins Agreement Establishing Special Tribunal for Ukraine
15/07/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe Norwegian Government has decided that Norway will join the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine. Holding Russia accountable for crimes committed against Ukraine is a key priority for the Norwegian Government.
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IMO Honours Rescue Diver Adrian Willyson Brask
08/07/2026 News story Ministry of Industry, Commerce and FisheriesThe 2026 IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea will be presented posthumously to Adrian Willyson Brask. The award is presented annually by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the United Nations specialized agency for shipping, to
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NATO-toppmøtet: Norway and Lithuania signed MoU on standardised vessels
08/07/2026 News story Ministry of DefenceDuring the NATO Summit on 8 July, Norway and Lithuania signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) concerning Lithuania’s intended cooperation with Norway on standardised vessels, including the possible procurement of Norwegian-developed vessels for
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Twelve countries agree to take greater responsibility for maritime security in the north
08/07/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of DefenceEleven European countries and Canada have decided to cooperate more closely on security in the North Atlantic, the Arctic and the Baltic Sea. This decision was announced at the NATO Summit in Ankara.