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New ambassadors from the EU, Finland, China and Ghana

Four ambassadors presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Haakon VIII on 22 October 2026:

Address to the Storting on Nordic cooperation by the Minister for Nordic Cooperation Åsmund Aukrust

On 20 October 2026, Minister for Nordic Cooperation Åsmund Aukrust delivered an address to the Storting on Nordic cooperation.

By Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust

Norway’s Humanitarian Strategy

Humanitarian needs are increasing drastically. This is primarily due to a large number of armed conflicts. Presently, there are more than 110 ongoing armed conflicts globally, and the number of armed groups has sharply increased. The United Nations

Free trade agreement with Viet Nam signed, opening up new opportunities for Norwegian businesses

Norway and the other EFTA States, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland, have today signed a free trade agreement with Viet Nam. The agreement will eventually eliminate tariffs on almost all goods exported from Norway to Viet Nam.

Norway provides NOK 750 million for reconstruction and public services in Ukraine

Russia’s illegal war of aggression continues to cause widespread destruction in Ukraine. Norway provides NOK 750 million for repairs and reconstruction. The Norwegian contribution will unlock an additional three times that amount in loans to Ukraine.

New Syria fund for reconstruction: ‘Taking charge of its own future’, said Aukrust

At the request of the Syrian authorities, the World Bank has decided to establish a multi-donor trust fund for Syria. Norway will contribute approximately NOK 90 million to the fund. The funding will support Syria’s reconstruction efforts, including

Norway and the World Bank strengthen efforts to combat corruption

Norway and the World Bank are entering into two agreements aimed at improving the management of public finances in low-income countries. The objective is to strengthen public financial management and combat corruption to ensure better public

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

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,

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

Norwegian exports of defence-related products in 2025, export control and international non-proliferation cooperation

Summary of Meld. St. 12 (2025–2026) (White Paper)

Recommendation of 19 June 2026 from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, approved by the Council of State on the same day. (White paper from the Støre Government).

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.

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.

New ambassadors from Vietnam, Pakistan, Austria and France

Four ambassadors presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Haakon VIII on 8 October 2026.

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

Statement from Foreign Minister Eide on Russia’s warning to foreign nationals in Ukraine

'The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation published a statement on 3 October 2026, warning foreign nationals, including diplomatic personnel, against remaining in Ukraine and purporting to place on them the “responsibility for any

Minister Eide's statement at the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee (AHLC) in New York

Excellencies, ministers, colleagues and friends, Welcome to this meeting of the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee (AHLC). Thank you to the UN for hosting us today. And to our co-sponsor the EU, and the AHLC rapporteurs (World Bank, IMF, UN and the Office of

By Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide

Free Trade Agreement with Kosovo enters into force

‘The agreement opens new doors for Norwegian businesses and contribute to bringing Kosovo closer to Europe,’ said Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.