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75 years of partnership between Norway and Pakistan

18/12/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Office of the Prime Minister

18 December marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Norway and Pakistan. Cooperation between Norway and Pakistan has shaped social development in both countries based on extensive people-to-people contact.

Foreign Minster Eide condemns Russian attacks on Ukraine

29/12/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘Norway condemns Russia’s massive drone and missile attack on Ukrainian cities. Attacks on civilians are unacceptable’, said Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide.

Direct sales of weapons and defense-related products to Ukraine permitted from 1 January 2024

01/01/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Defence

The Norwegian government has decided to permit direct sales of weapons and defense-related products from the Norwegian defense industry to the defense authorities in Ukraine. This policy change will enter into force on January 1 2024.

Norway gives green light for seabed minerals

10/01/2024 News story Ministry of Energy

On 9 January, the Norwegian parliament (Storting) considered the government's proposal for opening an area for mineral activities on the Norwegian continental shelf. With the parliament’s decision, the basis is now laid for a gradual and responsible

New ambassadors from Egypt, Qatar, Oman and Zambia

19/01/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Four ambassadors presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 18 January 2024.

Changes in the Government

23/01/2024 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

In the Council of State today, the King has made changes in the Government.

Changes among the political advisers

23/01/2024 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

Ms. Signe Bjotveit resigns as political adviser to Minister of Research and Higher Education, Ms. Sandra Borch, and is appointed as political adviser to Minister of Research and Higher Education, Mr. Oddmund Hoel.

Norway and Norwegian literature in focus at the Cairo International Book Fair

29/01/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘As Guest of Honour at the Cairo Book Fair we have a unique opportunity to make Norwegian authors more widely known in the Arabic-speaking world. In difficult times such as these, cultural cooperation and dialogue can help to build bridges and

Statement from the Minister of Foreign Affairs on the International Court of Justice's order

26/01/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague today announced an order in South Africa's case against Israel.

Statement on UNRWA

28/01/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Statement by Norway’s minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Espen Barth Eide, on the UN Works and Relief Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).

New measures to ensure continued control of immigration

30/01/2024 Press release Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion, Ministry of Justice and Public Security

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is continuing with full force. More than half of the Ukrainian refugees who arrive in the Nordic countries seek protection in Norway. Norway will continue to provide support for Ukrainians, but is imposing more

Norway’s support to Ukraine is of vital importance

02/02/2024 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine is helping Ukraine both to defend its people and territory against Russia’s attacks and to maintain critical public functions.

Norway extends agreement on medical evacuation from Ukraine

02/02/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Health and Care Services

Norway is extending its cooperation with the EU on transporting Ukrainian patients to Norway and other European hospitals for medical treatment. Norway will continue the medical evacuation operation until November 2024.

Norway to open embassy office in Moldova

02/02/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway is strengthening its presence in Moldova by opening an embassy office in the capital Chișinău.

Important dialogue with China

05/02/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘It's important to maintain dialogue and cooperation with China on current international affairs and the global economy. We have discussed the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, the situation in the Red Sea, and the need for cooperation on climate

Amendments to environmental regulations in Svalbard

09/02/2024 News story Ministry of Climate and Environment

The Norwegian Government has adopted several amendments to the environmental regulations in Svalbard. The purpose is to protect wildlife, and one of the largest wilderness areas left in Europe.

Norway providing NOK 275 million to United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA)

07/02/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘The war in Gaza started four months ago today. The situation is catastrophic. There is a shortage of all essential items and people are facing daily threats to their lives and safety. UNRWA is the backbone of humanitarian efforts in Gaza. I am