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Norway contributes NOK 400 million to Syria

Norway will contribute at least NOK 400 million (approximately € 35 million) to Syria this year. The funds will finance humanitarian aid and the reconstruction of infrastructure, including water supply, electricity, and healthcare.

"Norway Price" to Ensure Predictable and Stable Electricity Prices for Consumers

The government proposes introducing an alternative support scheme for electricity for households, called the "Norway Price." Under the Norway Price support scheme households will be offered a fixed price on electricity at 40 øre per kWh (excluding

Norway presents resolution on new technology and human rights defenders

This spring, Norway is taking an important step to strengthen digital protection for human rights defenders.

Statement on UN Security Council meeting on Sudan

Norway welcomes todays UN Security Council meeting on Sudan.

Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs Eide on the escalating tensions in South Sudan

‘I am deeply concerned by the recent violence and ongoing political unrest in South Sudan. The attack on a UN helicopter in Nasir, which claimed the lives of South Sudanese soldiers and UN personnel, is alarming‘, says Espen Barth Eide, Minister of

Statement from Foreign Minister Eide on the joint declaration from Ukraine and the United States

‘A just and lasting peace is still far from being achieved, but we welcome the joint declaration from Ukraine and the United States‘, says Espen Barth Eide, Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on the situation in Palestine

‘The situation in Palestine has been in a critical phase since the first period of the ceasefire agreement for Gaza expired a week ago’, says Espen Barth Eide, Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Address to the Storting on the security policy situation

'Norway has two main objectives in increasing its allocation: First, to support Ukraine in its legitimate fight to defend itself. Ukraine must be able to withstand Russia’s attacks. The country is under severe pressure. Second, we will actively

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre The Storting (Parliament)

Changes among the political advisers

Mr. Audun Otterstad is appointed political adviser to Minister of Digitalisation and Public Governance, Ms. Karianne Oldernes Tung.

Statement by Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the situation in Syria

- I am deeply worried about the violent clashes in the western regions of Syria, says Espen Barth Eide, Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, The King has appointed Mr. Øyvind Jacobsen as acting state secretary to Minister of Education, Ms. Kari Nessa Nordtun, in the period that state secretary, Mr. Sindre Lysø, settles parental leave.

Norway to increase its support to Ukraine by NOK 50 billion

Norway is now significantly increasing its support to Ukraine. The parties in the Storting have agreed to increase allocations to Ukraine for 2025 by an additional NOK 50 billion.

Changes among the political advisers

Ms. Ingrid Tønseth Myhr is appointed political adviser to Minister of Education, Ms. Kari Nessa Nordtun.

Denmark acquires Norwegian Naval Strike Missiles worth 2 billion NOK

Denmark 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.

Foreign Minister Eide: The Arab plan for Gaza’s reconstruction should receive broad international support

"I welcome the agreement among Arab countries on a joint plan for the reconstruction of Gaza. The plan clearly states that Palestinian ownership must be a guiding principle in reconstruction efforts and that the Palestinians’ right to remain on

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.

The Prime Minister's contribution to the Council of Europe’s “Book of Europe. First-Hand Visions of the Future of Europe”

'We need to achieve even stronger democratic preparedness, more effective protection for human rights, a healthier environment for disagreement and less polarisation. - Dealing with disagreement in a way that does not tear the community apart has

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre

Statement on attacks on the famine-affected Zamzam camp in Darfur

Statement by Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust on reports of attacks on the famine-affected Zamzam camp in Darfur.

Statement from Minister of Defence Tore O. Sandvik on reports concerning naval support

- We have seen reports raising concerns about support for US Navy vessels in Norway. This is not in line with the Norwegian government’s policy. I can confirm that all requested support has been provided. The U.S. and Norway maintain a close and

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, The King has appointed Ms. Anette Kristine Davidsen as state secretary to Minister of Digitalisation and Public Governance, Ms. Karianne Oldernes Tung.