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Ownership in the upstream gas pipeline network

The overall objective of Norway’s petroleum policy is to facilitate profitable production of oil and gas in a long-term perspective. The upstream gas pipeline network, and its regulation, plays a key role in achieving this fundamental objective.

Statement from Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the plans to expand sanctions against the International Criminal Court

It is deeply concerning that the United States has announced plans to expand sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC). This puts pressure on an important, independent court that must be able to carry out its vital work free from

Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Espen Barth Eide on the Nobel Peace Prize laureate Navi Pillay

I congratulate Navi Pillay on receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. The prize sends a powerful signal of support for the cause of human rights, international law, and international humanitarian law, principles that Norway holds in the highest regard.

Norway expresses grave concern over the situation in northern Ethiopia

Norway views with grave concern the continued escalation of violence in northern Ethiopia and the increased tensions between the countries in the Horn of Africa, particularly between Ethiopia and Eritrea.

National Budget 2027: Supporting new, ambitious waiting-time targets for hospitals

The government is proposing a total allocation of NOK 250 billion for hospitals in 2027. This represents an increase of NOK 3.1 billion, in addition to adjustments for wage and price growth and other factors. The budget takes account of changing

Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide: Regrettable that the Palestinian elections are being postponed

‘It is regrettable that the Palestinian leadership has decided to postpone the elections by close to a year. Although the conditions for holding elections are extremely challenging, it is crucial that the Palestinian people are able to choose who

Aukrust in Tokyo: ‘Japan is an important partner for Norway’

How can development policy contribute to more jobs, greater investment and stronger international cooperation? These questions were a key topic during Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust’s visit to Tokyo on 12 and 13 October.

Joint Statement from Foreign Ministers regarding RAF Fairford and Iran State Threats

The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal,

The Government renews and strengthens Norway’s EEA efforts

The Norwegian Government is introducing extensive changes to its EEA work to ensure that the EEA Agreement functions as intended, to reduce the backlog and to strengthen Norway’s ability to safeguard Norwegian interests.

Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide on the third anniversary of the terrorist attack against Israel

Today marks three years since Hamas’ horrific terrorist attack against Israel on 7 October 2023. The attack claimed the lives of 1,200 people, and 251 people were taken hostage. Norway condemned the attack in the strongest possible terms. There can

Prime Minister to meet Finnish President

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre will be welcoming Finnish President Alexander Stubb to the Prime Minister's office for a working meeting on Thursday 8 October at 09:00. The two leaders will discuss steps to follow up the international call for

The Prime Minister's guest lecture on ‘Navigating a Changing Arctic – Sovereignty, Security and Cooperation’

'Norway and Canada are now developing a strategic partnership,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Ottawa University

The National Budget 2027: Proposes to strengthen defence capability with 6,5 billion Norwegian kroner

The Government proposes allocating 191,7 billion Norwegian kroner (NOK) to the defence sector in the 2027 national budget.

National Budget 2027: Government proposes more than NOK 4 billion for “Eldreløftet”, its initiative for older people

The government’s “Eldreløftet” initiative aims to ensure that people in Norway can look forward to a secure, active and dignified old age. In its proposed National Budget for 2027, the government is therefore allocating more than NOK 4 billion to

The Government proposes that Ukrainians working in Norway can obtain a resident permit

The Labour Government proposes that Ukrainians with temporary collective protection, who are working in Norway, can apply for a residence permit on the basis of employment. The requirement is that they earn enough to take care of themselves and

The Tobacco Products Directive enters into force in Norway on Monday 30 March

The Directive contains measures such as new health warnings, prohibitions on certain additives and measures to combat illicit trade. Norway remains exempt from the EU ban on tobacco for oral use.

Opening remarks, Russia Conference 2026

Dear colleagues and friends, Thank you to NUPI and FFI for bringing us together for this year’s Russia Conference. It is a pleasure to be here again, and especially to open a conference devoted to a subject that is difficult, but no less important:

By State Secretary Eivind Vad Petersson

Foreign policy address to the Storting 2022

Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt held her address for the Storting 22 March. She started with the decision the Storting took 73 years ago:  Voting in favour of Norwegian membership in Nato.

By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt Oslo, 22 March

New Year Speech 2023

It is the evening of the first day of the year. Whether you have celebrated a traditional Christmas with your family, been at work or mostly spent these days on your own, I hope you had the chance to be with people you care about.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre National radio and television, 1 January 2023

The United Nations Food Systems Summit

Excellencies and delegates, dear friends, I send you sincere greetings from Norway. As Prime Minister I am proud to say that my government is fully committed to transform the current food systems into more inclusive and sustainable ones. We have to

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Address at the Stocktaking Special Session: Indigenous Peoples´ Food Systems