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    • Statement on Sudan from the Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs

      18/12/2021 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      Three years ago tomorrow, the people of Sudan started a country-wide uprising for freedom, peace and justice. After months of determined and fearless efforts through peaceful protests - often led by women and youth - the revolution succeeded in

    • Norwegian-funded solar panels to provide life-saving electricity in Ukraine

      27/03/2025 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion

      Norway is providing funding for 13 solar installations in the war-torn city of Kharkiv in Ukraine. This will secure a stable power supply for eight hospitals and five schools. ‘This is absolutely critical for saving lives,’ said Minister of Foreign

    • Annual white paper on the Government Pension Fund

      10/04/2025 Press release Ministry of Finance

      Today, The Ministry of Finance is presenting the 2025 white paper on the Government Pension Fund (Meld. St. 22 (2024-2025)). In the white paper, the Ministry reports on the results and management of the Government Pension Fund Global and the

    • French President Emmanuel Macron visits Norway

      23/06/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

      French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron are in Norway on an official visit 23-24 June at the invitation of Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

    • Gunn Jorid Roset appointed new Director General of Norad

      24/06/2025 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      Today Gunn Jorid Roset, 51, was formally appointed to the role of Director General of Norad, the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation. Ms Roset has 27 years of experience from the Foreign Service, where she is currently serving as Deputy

    • New UN Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution Established

      23/06/2025 News story Ministry of Climate and Environment

      A new UN panel has been established in the field of pollution. The panel aims to build a shared knowledge base for global action on the safe management of chemicals and waste, as well as the prevention of pollution. The panel was formally

    • Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on Hungary’s decision to withdraw from the ICC

      04/04/2025 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      'Hungary’s decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC) is deeply regrettable. In these turbulent geopolitical times, we need binding international cooperation and continued respect for the international legal order more than

    • Strengthening efforts to protect children and prisoners

      12/06/2025 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      Norway is increasing its support for efforts to protect children deported to Russia, civilians unlawfully detained by Russia and Ukrainian prisoners of war.

    • Norway to contribute equipment and training for a Ukrainian brigade

      24/02/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      The Nordic-Baltic countries will provide equipment and training for a Ukrainian brigade-sized unit. This is in response to a request by Ukraine.

    • Securing electricity for 300 000 Ukrainian homes

      24/10/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      The first of 20 new transformers has now been delivered to the Ukrainian energy company, Ukrenergo. The RePoWER project, which is funded under the World Bank’s multi-donor trust fund for Ukraine, will provide 300 000 households with electricity.

    • Joint statement on the anniversary of Alexei Navalny’s death

      16/02/2025 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      On the anniversary of Alexei Navalny’s death, which followed years of persecution by the Kremlin, we again extend our condolences to his family. We reiterate that the ultimate responsibility for his death lies with the Russian authorities.

    • Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on Israel’s attacks on Iran

      13/06/2025 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      'I condemn the military escalation of the conflict between Israel and Iran. The attacks breach international law, increase regional tensions and threaten global security. They set back efforts to reach a diplomatic solution to Iran’s nuclear program

    • Statement on the situation in Palestine

      23/02/2025 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      ‘I am deeply concerned about the expulsion of Palestinians from refugee camps in the West Bank, as well as statements from Israeli authorities indicating that Israeli forces will remain in the area and prevent residents from returning. This is

    • Three years of medical evacuation of Ukrainian patients

      27/02/2025 News story Ministry of Health and Care Services, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      Ever since Russia started its full-scale invasion of Ukraine three years ago, Norway has contributed to the medical evacuation of Ukrainian patients. In total, Norway has transported around 2,250 patients to Norway and other European countries for

    • Norway Commits Up to USD 50 Million to Asian Development Bank’s Carbon Fund

      01/07/2025 News story Ministry of Climate and Environment

      Norway’s commitment to the carbon fund will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help mobilize private green investments in developing countries. It will also be an important step for Norway to reach our goal of becoming climate neutral by 2030.

    • Statement marking 10 years since the death of Boris Nemtsov

      27/02/2025 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      Statement from Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Latvia Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania and Sweden today issued the following statement marking 10 years since the death of Boris Nemtsov.

    • Norway submits its new NDC under the Paris Agreement

      26/06/2025 News story Ministry of Climate and Environment

      Today, Norway submitted its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for 2035 under the Paris Agreement. Norway’s NDC for 2035 is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 70-75 per cent compared to 1990 levels.

    • Changes among the political advisers

      30/06/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

      Ms. Petra Brinch resigns as political adviser to Minister of Agriculture and Food, Mr. Nils Kristen Sandtrøen. Ms. Brinch is appointed as political adviser to Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion, Ms. Tonje Brenna.

    • Norway to provide NOK 12.5 billion in civilian support to Ukraine and Moldova

      24/02/2025 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      The Norwegian Government will provide NOK 12.5 billion in civilian support to Ukraine and Moldova in 2025. Key focus areas include energy security and humanitarian assistance. The funding is part of the overall allocation for 2025 under the Nansen

    • Joint Statement 4th Shadow Fleet Expert Group Meeting 19–20 February 2025

      21/02/2025 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

      Joint statement by the coastal states of the Baltic Sea and North Sea - Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden and the United Kingdom - following the fourth

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