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Denmark acquires Norwegian Naval Strike Missiles worth 2 billion NOK
06/03/2025 News story Ministry of DefenceDenmark is acquiring the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) through a rapid procurement process in collaboration with Norway. The agreement strengthens naval defence in the Nordic region and enhances cooperation between two close allies.
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Norway and the Netherlands signed a cooperation agreement
11/04/2025 News story Ministry of Defence- The Netherlands is one of our closest friends and allies, and we look forward to developing the cooperation further in the coming years, says Minister of Defense Tore O. Sandvik.
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The Ministry of Defence and Navantia have through a judicial mediation settled the Helge Ingstad case
02/06/2025 News story Ministry of DefenceThe Norwegian Ministry of Defence and Navantia have agreed to settle the dispute between the parties about the Helge Ingstad frigate. Simultaneously, the parties have entered into an agreement to ensure Navantia’s continuing life cycle support and
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The European Commission has decided to introduce safeguard measures on ferroalloys
18/11/2025 News story Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Fisheries, Ministry of Foreign AffairsStatements from Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, Minister of Trade and Industry Cecilie Myrseth and Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.
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New business office opens in Kyiv today
08/04/2025 Press release Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Fisheries"The office will serve as an important hub and contact point for Norwegian and Ukrainian businesses", says Minister of Trade and Industry Cecilie Myrseth.
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New Guide Requirements in Svalbard
19/06/2025 Press release Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Fisheries“Tourism and field activities” that travel, conduct activity, or stay outside inhabited areas in Svalbard must, in the future, use approved Svalbard guides. This is a requirement under the new field safety regulation. Svalbard guides are responsible
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President Stubb and Prime Minster Støre held a call with President Putin
27/10/2026 Press release Office of the Prime MinisterPresident of the Republic of Finland Alexander Stubb and Prime Minister of Norway Jonas Gahr Støre held a phone call with President of Russia Vladimir Putin on Tuesday 27 October in Helsinki.
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Norway resumes cooperation with Hungary through the EEA and Norway Grants
26/10/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsMinister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide today signed a new agreement with Hungary on over EUR 254 million in funding under the EEA and Norway Grants. The Grants are an important instrument in the Norwegian Government’s active European policy to
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500 Million NOK in Energy Support for Ukraine
27/10/2026 Press release Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway is contributing 500 million NOK in energy support to Ukraine ahead of winter. The support is provided under the Nansen Programme and will help restore damaged infrastructure and ensure reliable operation of Ukraine’s energy system.
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Norwegian Presidency of the Nordic Council of Ministers: 'The Nordic countries must stand closer together'
27/10/2026 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe rights of children and young people online will be high on the agenda when Norway takes over the Presidency of the Nordic Council of Ministers next year. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre presented Norway's priorities today.
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Norway provides NOK 1 billion for education for children affected by war and crises
04/11/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs93 million children are out of school because of war and crises. Norway is providing NOK 1 billion for education for children and young people affected by war, displacement and disasters.
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Documents relating to the Oslo process now available
05/11/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe National Archives of Norway and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are today making a substantial number of documents relating to the Oslo process available to the public. The documents had been kept at the home of Terje Rød-Larsen and Mona Juul.
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New ambassadors from Egypt, USA, Slovenia and Lebanon
05/11/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsFour ambassadors presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Haakon VIII on 5 November 2026.
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Norway and Ukraine Strengthen Energy Cooperation
27/10/2026 Press release Ministry of EnergyNorway and Ukraine are strengthening their cooperation in the energy sector. Today, a cooperation agreement on energy was signed during Norwegian Minister of Energy Terje Aasland’s visit to Ukraine. Closer collaboration, mutual learning, and
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Foreign Minister Eide met Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha: Norway provides NOK 500 million for public services in Ukraine
06/11/2026 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsAt an urgent time for Ukraine, Norway is providing NOK 500 million to the Ukrainian state budget through the World Bank. The funding will help maintain essential public services and ensure the payment of salaries, pensions, and social benefits in
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Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Espen Barth Eide on the Nobel Peace Prize laureate Navi Pillay
09/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsI 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.
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Norway expresses grave concern over the situation in northern Ethiopia
10/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway 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.
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Statement from Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the plans to expand sanctions against the International Criminal Court
09/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsIt 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
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Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide: Regrettable that the Palestinian elections are being postponed
12/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs‘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
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Aukrust in Tokyo: ‘Japan is an important partner for Norway’
13/10/2026 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsHow 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.