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Joint statement on the situation in Myanmar

A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Albania, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States, on the one year

UN consensus on strengthening protection of human rights defenders

A resolution on human rights defenders put forward by Norway has been adopted by consensus in the UN General Assembly.

Norway to provide NOK 1.7 billion in support to Syria

‘The humanitarian situation in Syria remains critical and continues to deteriorate. Norway will provide approximately NOK 1.7 billion in support to assist those affected by war, earthquakes and a steep rise in food prices in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan

Easing of the rules regarding testing prior to departure to Svalbard

The Norwegian Government is easing the rules regarding travel to Svalbard. This means that permanent residents, people who are fully vaccinated, and people who have recovered from COVID-19 no longer need to get tested prior to departure to Svalbard.

Norway and Germany signed a new declaration of intent agreed to enhance the bilateral co-operation in the area of security and defence

September 12th 2023 Defence ministers Gram (Norway) and Pistorius (Germany) signed an agreement to deepen and broaden the cooperation between the countries.

Statement on the earthquake in Morocco

'Deeply saddened by the news about the tragic earthquake that has claimed hundreds of lives in Morocco. Thoughts are with the families and loved ones and to all those affected by this tragedy', Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt said.

August Sandels

Governor-General in Norway 18 October 1818-11 April 1824 and 1 November 1824-26 November 1827. Born in Stockholm in Sweden 31 August 1764, son of judge Samuel Sandels (1724-1784) and Catharina Elisabeth Brandt (1735-1782). Married 5 November 1809 to

Only people with symptoms should get tested

The Norwegian Government is no longer advising household members and corresponding close relations to get tested after close contact with a person with COVID-19. Now adults should only get tested if they develop symptoms, while children in

All travellers arriving in Norway must take a test after arrival

The Norwegian Government is introducing stricter test requirements at the border in order to delay and limit the spread of the new Omicron virus variant. From Friday 3 December at 12 am, any person who arrives in Norway must get tested, regardless

Norway providing support for flood victims in Libya

‘Libya has been hit by devastating flooding. Thousands of people have died and many more are missing or lost their homes. Norway is providing NOK 25 million for life-saving assistance in the northeastern part of the country. The funds will be

Prime Minister opens the Global Disability Summit 2022

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre will open the second global summit on inclusion of persons with disabilities today. The Summit is co-hosted by Norway, Ghana, and the International Disability Alliance (IDA), and is being held on a digital platform.

Norway to provide support for earthquake victims in Morocco

‘Norway is providing NOK 10 million for life-saving assistance to the areas most seriously affected by the earthquake in Morocco. The funds will be channelled through the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies,’ said Minister of International

Norway increases support for UNRWA

Today, Norway disbursed NOK 40 million to the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). This brings Norway’s total contribution to UNRWA for 2021 to NOK 257 million.

Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt on the situation in Israel and Palestine

I am deeply alarmed by the dramatic escalation in Israel and Gaza. The high number of people killed and injured is shocking. It is heartbreaking that hundreds of children have lost their lives in recent days, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken

Recommendation of 15 February 2006

The Act relating to Gender Equality

Norway to increase support for the Palestinians

In response to the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza, the Norwegian Government has proposed to increase support for the Palestinian people by NOK 470 million. This will bring Norway’s total support to the Palestinians in 2023 to more than

Norway will implement new rules for taxation of large multinational enterprises

Today the Government put forward a Bill to the Norwegian parliament to implement internationally agreed rules on global minimum tax. This will deter profit shifting and ensure large business groups pay at least 15 per cent tax on their profits. The

Norway will develop a new super missile

Norway is the world leader in missile production and produces one of the most advanced missiles in the world. Defence Minister Bjørn Arild Gram (Sp) reports that the government will now begin the development of the next generation missile. The

Norway donates NOK 250 million to food security in Ukraine through the Nansen programme

Today, at the food security summit in Ukraine, Norway will announce NOK 200 million to the World Food Programme, including the important humanitarian food programme "Grain from Ukraine". Additional NOK 50 million will be donated to the World Bank's