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Better Measures to Detect Irregular Migration

The Ministry of Justice and Public Security has sent out for consultation proposals for amendments to the Immigration Act and regulations to implement the Eurodac Regulation from 2024 into Norwegian law.

Meld. St. 26 (2023–2024) - Svalbard

Meld. St. 26 (2023–2024) Report to the Storting (white paper)

The Government regularly presents reports (white papers) to the Storting (the Norwegian Parliament), that review all aspects of the governance of Svalbard (Svalbard white papers) to lay the foundation for stable and predictable management. There

Meld. St. 21 (2023–2024) - Norway’s integrated ocean management plans

Meld. St. 21 (2023–2024) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Changes among the political advisers

Ms. Signe Ramson Høie resigns as political adviser to Minister of Culture and Equality, Ms. Lubna Jaffery, and is appointed as political adviser to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in the period that Ms. Sunniva Bjerkaas settles parental leave.

Norway and France sign mutual defence arrangement

Today, Norway and France have signed a comprehensive defence  arrangement under which the two countries commit to come to each other’s aid should the need arise. Together with nine other European countries, Norway will also participate in a process

Norway to provide NOK 1.2 billion for maritime drones for Ukraine

The Norwegian Government will provide NOK 1.2 billion under the Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine for the development and procurement of maritime drones for Ukraine in 2026. The funding will also include deliveries of uncrewed surface vessels

Further Norwegian support for Ukraine’s air defence

Norway is now providing an additional NOK 3 billion to strengthen Ukraine's air defence systems.

Twelve countries agree to take greater responsibility for maritime security in the north

Eleven 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.

Joint Commitment by European Allies and Canada to take greater responsibility for maritime security in the North Atlantic, the Baltic Sea and the Arctic

Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom have reinforced their commitment to take greater maritime responsibility for deterrence and defence in the North Atlantic,

The government proposes restrictions for Ukrainian men

The Labour government intends to tighten the rules on residence for displaced persons from Ukraine. Ukrainian men between 18 and 60 years of age will no longer be granted temporary collective protection.

Norway supporting Syria at a critical time

‘The sense of hope which the Syrian people expressed amid destruction, is what stands out the most, said the Norwegian Minister of International Development, Åsmund Aukrust, after visiting Syria today. Norway is providing a further NOK 20 million in

Helping to reduce social inequalities and promote green transition in Slovakia

Norway signed an agreement in Slovakia today on a new funding period for the EEA and Norway Grants.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, the King has appointed Ms. Anette Stegegjerdet Norberg as state secretary to Minister of Agriculture and Food, Mr. Nils Kristen Sandtrøen, as of 2 February 2026.

Changes among the political advisers

Ms. Ada Camilla Lassen-Urdahl is appointed as political adviser to Minister of Research and Higher Education, Ms. Sigrun Aasland.

Report of the Afghanistan Commission presented

The report on Norway’s engagement in Afghanistan from 2015 to 2021 offers important lessons learned.

Strengthening civil society in Moldova

Norway is providing NOK 8.8 million in support to two new civil society partners in Moldova. The funding will be used to strengthen the efforts of these organisations to promote democracy and reform in connection with Moldova’s process towards EU

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Visit Norway

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Norway on an official visit, 18-19 May. There will also be a Nordic-Indian Summit during the visit.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, the King has honourably discharged Mr. Sindre Lysø as state secretary to Minister of Education, Ms. Kari Nessa Nordtun, as of 1 June 2026. Mr. Lysø is appointed as acting state secretary to Minister of Children and

Announcing one area related to CO2-storage

The Ministry of Energy announces one area in the North Sea for companies to apply for exploration licenses related to CO2-storage.

Meld. St. 16 (2024–2025) - The Norwegian industry – competitiveness for a new time