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A new chapter in the French-Norwegian collaboration

On February 2nd 2026, the French and Norwegian health ministers met and signed a declaration marking the intention to work in partnership to address major health challenges, and to promote mutual interests.

Ethical guidelines

The Government Pension Fund Global (GPFG) has been subject to guidelines for observation and exclusion since 2004. The guidelines have since been further developed, most recently in 2021 on the basis of recommendations in NOU 2020: 7 Values and

The Council on Ethics

The Council on Ethics was established by Royal Decree 19 November 2004. The Council on Ethics provides an evaluation of whether investments in specified companies are inconsistent with the ethical guidelines.

The Prime Minister's opening address at Oslo Security Conference

'The collective security is not a charity. It is made out of self-interest,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Oslo Security Conference

Norway’s efforts to promote freedom of expression and independent media

Freedom of expression is a prerequisite for a functioning democracy where all members of society have access to information and can participate in social and political life. Freedom of expression is also an enabler of other human rights, such as

The Government's international work to promote democracy and the rule of law

The Norwegian government promotes democracy and the rule of law because we believe that respecting individual fundamental rights and upholding democratic principles are essential for lasting peace and stability. When there is a lack of participation

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

Gender and sexual diversity

In countries across the world LGBT+ persons are exposed to discrimination and abuse. Everyone is entitled to universal human rights and freedoms, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. In many countries, there has been a positive

Efforts to promote freedom of religion or belief

Promoting freedom of religion or belief is a key area of focus in the government’s international human rights efforts. Freedom of religion or belief gives everyone the right to practice their religion, either alone or in community with others, both

Press invite: Norway's Minister of Trade and Industry to Arctic Frontiers

Norway’s Minister of Trade and Industry, Cecilie Myrseth, will attend Arctic Frontiers in Tromsø, Norway on Monday 2., Tuesday 3. and Wednesday 4. February. The annual Arctic Summit joins people from academia, business, industry and politics from

The Working Environment Act

The purpose of the Working Environment Act is to ensure safe employment conditions and equal treatment in the workplace. The Act also aims to secure a working environment that provides the basis for a health-promoting and meaningful work situation,

Hiring of Labor

The main rule in Norway is that employees should be permanently and direct employed. Other employment strategies can be used om certain terms, such as hiring.

Tripartite Cooperation in the Labour Sector

The Government collaborates with the social partners to address various societal challenges. The four largest employee organisations (LO, Unio YS and Akademikerne) and the four largest employer organisations (NHO, KS, Virke, and Spekter) participate

Concern over Global Backlash against Gender Equality and Sexual and Health Rights

The Minister of International Development is deeply concerned about the announced tightening of US aid policies negatively affecting women and LGBTQ+ people.

Norway to Align with EU Sanctions against Those Responsible for the Mass Killings in Iran

The EU’s decision to introduce sanctions against concrete individuals that have contributed to the mass killings in Iran is important. Norway will also align itself with the sanctions adopted by the EU against specific individuals and entities. In

Social dumping

Increased labour immigration has contributed to challenges related to social dumping in certain industries. Social dumping occurs when foreign employees are subjected to breaches of health, safety and working environment regulations, or if they

Settlement of refugees

Settlement with public assistance is a voluntary service offered by the Norwegian government. The Norwegian Directorate of Integration and Diversity (IMDi) and municipalitices decides where refugees are setteled.

Joint statement - UNRWA

We, the Foreign Ministers of Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Iceland, Ireland, Japan, Norway, Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom strongly condemn the demolitions by the Israeli authorities of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for

Norway and Zambia will cooperate on cutting emissions

Norway and Zambia have signed an agreement that will both reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy access in Zambia. The cooperation is organized under the Paris Agreement Article 6 and may contribute towards Norway’s climate targets.

Petroleum Price Board and the norm prices

The Norwegian Ministry of Energy collects information about sale of crude, natural gas liquids (NGLs) and natural gas from the Norwegian shelf. From 1 July 2011 the companies that submit reports to the Ministry shall report their sales through the