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Human rights defenders

Protection of human rights defenders is a key priority in Norway’s human rights efforts. Our overall objective is for human rights defenders to be able to promote and defend human rights in all parts of the world freely and safely, without

Norway Continues Medical Evacuation of Patients from Ukraine

Norway is continuing its cooperation with the EU on the medical air transport of Ukrainian patients for treatment at hospitals in Norway and across Europe. Following a request from the EU, the Norwegian Government has decided to extend the offer of

The government proposes restrictions for Ukrainian men

The Labour government intends to tighten the rules on residence for displaced persons from Ukraine. Ukrainian men between 18 and 60 years of age will no longer be granted temporary collective protection.

Government to provide additional NOK 115 billion to strengthen Long-term Defence Plan

The Norwegian Government will allocate an additional NOK 115 billion to the financial framework for the Long-term Defence Plan for the period up to 2036. NOK 31 billion of this will be provided by 2030. The Government is also proposing adjustments

Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on the Strait of Hormuz and the Conflict in the Middle East: Critical to Ensure Freedom of Navigation

Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide today took part in a virtual meeting with his foreign minister colleagues from more than 35 countries, as well as representatives of several international organisations. The meeting focused on the

The Government proposes new procedural rules for collective protection

Today, the Government is presenting a bill proposing amendments to the procedural rules governing collective protection. The purpose of the proposals is to facilitate more efficient case processing within the immigration authorities.

Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on the situation in the Middle East

‘We are now in the midst of a highly dramatic and dangerous day for the Middle East. The threats made by President Trump last night of further escalation, and Iran’s warning that it will respond with corresponding attacks against countries in the

Ukraine: Norway Supports the Establishment of a Special Tribunal

Norway supports the establishment of a special tribunal to prosecute Russians responsible for the attack on Ukraine.

Huge Drop in Global Aid: “Deeply Concerned,” said Minister of International Development

Official Development Assistance (ODA) fell by 23.1 per cent in 2025, according to recent figures from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). This is the largest annual decline recorded in ODA statistics. Norway was the

The Minister of Energy received the report from the Norwegian Nuclear Commission

Minister of Energy Terje Aasland today received the report by the Norwegian Nuclear Commission. The report addresses nuclear power as a possible energy source in Norway.

Food safety

In comparison to other countries, Norway has few problems with food as a disease vector. Although food safety is generally good, it requires a sustained effort to ensure that food remains safe.

Minister of Development Åsmund Aukrust: ‘It is heartbreaking that innocent Lebanese people are being affected‘

‘Following Israel’s massive bombing campaign this week, the humanitarian situation in Lebanon is at breaking point. In the space of 24 hours, more than 300 people were killed and over 1,000 wounded. Children, civilians and healthcare workers have

Norwegian Global Emission Reduction Initiative

The Norwegian Global Emission Reduction (NOGER) Initiative directly contributes to emission cuts and green transitions in developing countries. It utilizes the Paris Agreement Article 6 framework for cooperation on climate goals. It aims to increase

Declaration of Intent for a Norwegian-French Health Partnership

Declaration of Intent for a Norwegian-French Health Partnership between The Minister of Health and Care Services of the Kingdom of Norway and the Minister of Health, Families, Autonomy and Disabled persons of the French Republic.

Trust in healthcare systems

Check against delivery Ladies and gentlemen, Welcome to Norway. And welcome to this important meeting of international regulators. Thank you to the Norwegian Board of Health Supervision and the Institute for Healthcare Improvement for hosting the

By Minister of Health and Care Services Jan Christian Vestre The health and care minister's speech at the International Regulator Conference at NOVA Spektrum, Lillestrøm

Norway contributes NOK 600 million, improving the health of women, children, and adolescents

At a time of historic decline in global aid, Norway is contributing NOK 600 million to strengthen health care for women, children and adolescence. This contribution will save lives and provide political support to rights under pressure.

National Strategy against Antibiotic Resistance

The Norwegian National Strategy Against Antibiotic Resistance 2015-2020 lays out the Government’s goals for work over the coming years and the steps needed to achieve these.

New white paper highlights Sámi perspectives in public health work

The Government believes that public health policy has paid too little attention to factors that affect public health and living conditions in the Sámi population. This will change with the white paper that was passed in the Council of State on

Meld. St. 22 (2016–2017) - The place of the oceans in Norway’s foreign and development policy

Meld. St. 22 (2016–2017) Report to the Storting (white paper)