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Statement from Defence Minister Tore O. Sandvik regarding Russian patrols in, and near, Norwegian and British maritime areas

Statement from Defence Minister Tore O. Sandvik following the press conference of British Defence Minister John Healey on April 9, 2026.

Norway contributes NOK 780 million to the fight against climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution

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Foreign Ministers’ meeting on the third anniversary of the war in Sudan: Norway provides NOK 470 million in humanitarian and long-term aid

The conflict in Sudan has developed into the world’s largest humanitarian crisis, with gross abuses against civilians and serious geopolitical consequences, both within and outside the region.

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Through the Nansen Program for Ukraine, Norway is increasing its support for anti-corruption efforts in the country, to ensure funds are not misused and to encourage greater private investment.

The Prime Minister's introduction at a press conference with President Volodymyr Zelenskyj

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Norway provides NOK 100 million in budget support to Palestine

“The economic situation in Palestine is so precarious that hospitals, schools and other public services are at risk of collapse. We must do what we can to prevent such a collapse. That is why we are now providing Palestine with NOK 100 million in

Norway and Ukraine to establish closer defence cooperation

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and President Volodymyr Zelensky have agreed to strengthen Norwegian-Ukrainian cooperation in the areas of defence and security. They will take steps to facilitate closer cooperation between the defence industries of

Expression Preparedness - National Strategy for Open and Enlightened Public Discourse

This strategy outlines the Norwegian Government’s efforts to facilitate freedom of expression and a robust public sphere in Norway. Rather than seeking to control public debate, it aims to strengthen it. Instead of restricting the space for

Opening of the Bologna Children's Book Fair 2026

Ladies and Gentlemen. Signore e signori. Buongiorno a tutti. È un grande piacere per me essere presente in quest’occasione speciale e inaugurare la Fiera del Libro per Ragazzi di Bologna. E se il su fosse giù? E se il dentro fosse il fuori? E se io

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Statement the UN Population and Development Commission

Statement at the General Debate under the UN Population and Development Commission 59th Session, by Norwegian Minister of International Development, Åsmund Grøver Aukrust and Youth Delegate Uswa Malik 13th April 2026.

By Minister of International Development Åsmund Grøver Aukrust

Faryab School Study Report

In April 2025, the Norwegian Commission on Afghanistan commissioned the Norwegian Afghanistan Committee (NAC) to conduct a study on schools in Afghanistan’s Faryab province, financed by Norwegian development between 2006 to 2021. The primary goal of

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New support for displaced people in Ukraine

Norway is strengthening its support for the UN’s work for displaced people in and from Ukraine with NOK 260 million. In total, Norway is now providing an additional NOK 767 million to the UN’s humanitarian efforts for Ukrainians affected by the war.

Terje Aasland appointed new Minister of Petroleum and Energy

Terje Aasland from Skien is the new Minister of Petroleum and Energy after Marte Mjøs Persen. He is a certified powerline worker, has been a parliament representative for 16 years and has been the leader of the of the parliament's Standing Committee

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