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UN Summit in New York: We must actively defend international cooperation and international law

This year marks the UN’s 80th anniversary. One of the key topics of discussion for world leaders as they convene in New York for this year’s UN General Assembly High-level Week will be how to reform the UN so that it can continue to play a vital

Norway recognises Palestine as a state

‘The Norwegian Government has decided that Norway will recognise Palestine as a state. In the midst of a war, with tens of thousands killed and injured, we must keep alive the only alternative that offers a political solution for Israelis and

Norwegian Government commits to allocating 5 % of GDP to defence-related expenditures

The Government will invest 5 % of GDP in strengthening Norway’s defence capability and safeguarding people in Norway. ‘The world has become more dangerous and more unpredictable. Europe must shoulder greater responsibility for its own security. We

Amendments to the Svalbard Environmental Protection Act provides better protection for polar bears and seabirds

Norway’s Parliament - Stortinget - has adopted the Government’s proposal for amendments to the Svalbard Environmental Protection Act to reduce disturbance of polar bears and seabirds.

Norway to increase support for Norwegian People’s Aid’s mine clearance activities in Ukraine

Mines and other explosive objects are scattered across large areas of Ukraine and are disrupting vital agricultural activities. This is affecting not only Ukraine but also other countries that rely on Ukrainian agricultural products.

Strengthened cooperation between Norway and Switzerland on CCS and CDR

Today, Norway and Switzerland signed a Declaration of Intent to strengthen cooperation on carbon capture and storage (CCS) and carbon dioxide removals between our two countries.

Norwegian–Russian fisheries negotiations to be held in December

Norway and Russia have agreed that this year’s fisheries negotiations will be held in a virtual format from 8 to 12 December.

Norway contributes NOK 100 million in budget support to Palestine

‘The financial situation for the Palestinian Authority is acute. They need money to pay for basic services, such as health and education, for the population. Therefore, Norway is now transferring NOK 100 million in budget support’, said Minister of

Remarks from the Norwegian Prime Minister after Iran’s attack on Israel

Norway condems Iran’s illegal and dangerous attack on Israel.

New Norwegian Long Term Plan on Defence: 'A historic plan'

The Norwegian Government is proposing to parliament a historic increase in defence spending with 600 billion kroner over the next 12 years, from this year to 2036 (approx. 60 billion USD). It is a historic boost for the Armed Forces. All services of

Focusing on areas where Norway can make a difference

The Government has proposed an increase in funding of NOK 80 million in 2026 for efforts to promote women’s rights. Women’s rights are coming under growing pressure globally, and this is an area where Norway can make a significant difference.

UNFF19: High level segment roundtable

UNFF19's (United Nations Forum on Forests) high level segment roundtable.

By State Secretary Wenche Westberg

New Seeds in Svalbard Global Seed Vault

Svalbard Global Seed Vault welcomes shipments from four new depositors. The world’s largest repository of crop diversity raises the number of the samples in its care to 1.29 million.

Action plan against antisemitism 2025-2030

On Monday, November 11, 2024, the government presented a new action plan against antisemitism - the third of its kind. The action plan is part of the government's efforts to strengthen and renew the fight against racism, hate speech, and

Norway’s Brazil strategy: Partnership for a common future

Brazil is Norway’s most important partner in Latin America. More than 230 Norwegian companies are present in Brazil. The country is the most important investment market for Norwegian businesses outside of Europe and the USA.

Annual report 2023: The Norwegian National Contact Point for Responsible Business Conduct

One of the NCP’s most important responsibilities is to promote the OECD Guidelines for Responsible Business Conduct. The objective of the Guidelines is to promote positive contributions from businesses to economic, environmental and social progress

Summary of Meld. St. 13 (2024–2025) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Prevention of extremism. Safety, trust, cooperation and democratic resilience.

This report to the Parliament is largely based on the Commission on Extremism’s description of the situation and knowledge base. The white paper also builds on the authorities’ work in the field over a number of years, as well as insight and

Views adopted by the Human Rights Committee - Jovsset Ánte Sara

Originaltekst på engelsk:Views adopted by the Human Rights Committee - Jovsset Ánte Sara (PDF) Norsk versjon oversatt av Totaltekst: Synspunkter vedtatt av komiteen - Jovsset Ánte Sara (PDF) Nordsamisk versjon oversatt av Sara Marit A. Gaup:ONa

Deposit Guarantee Scheme

I would like to draw your attention to an issue which is of great importance for Norway, namely the ongoing review of the Deposit Guarantee Scheme directive which might be entering the final stage.

The Government’s commitment to the ocean and ocean industries

"Blue Ocean, Green Future"

The story of Norway is a tale of the ocean. The ocean contributes to value creation and employment alongour entire coast, and lays the foundation for some of our most innovative companies and knowledge communities. Through this document, the