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Aukrust in Tokyo: ‘Japan is an important partner for Norway’

How can development policy contribute to more jobs, greater investment and stronger international cooperation? These questions were a key topic during Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust’s visit to Tokyo on 12 and 13 October.

Poland is joining Maritime initiative

At the NATO Summit in Ankara this summer eleven European countries and Canada said that they will cooperate more closely on security in the North Atlantic, the Arctic and the Baltic Sea. Now Poland will join the initiative as well.

Joint Statement from Foreign Ministers regarding RAF Fairford and Iran State Threats

The Foreign Ministers of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal,

Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide: Regrettable that the Palestinian elections are being postponed

‘It is regrettable that the Palestinian leadership has decided to postpone the elections by close to a year. Although the conditions for holding elections are extremely challenging, it is crucial that the Palestinian people are able to choose who

Norway expresses grave concern over the situation in northern Ethiopia

Norway views with grave concern the continued escalation of violence in northern Ethiopia and the increased tensions between the countries in the Horn of Africa, particularly between Ethiopia and Eritrea.

Statement from Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the plans to expand sanctions against the International Criminal Court

It is deeply concerning that the United States has announced plans to expand sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC). This puts pressure on an important, independent court that must be able to carry out its vital work free from

Opening of the Norwegian National Counter-Drone Centre of Excellence

Dear all. First of all, it is great to see you all here in Norway. And I am grateful for your contributions to this important conference. A conference that also marks the official opening of the National Counter-Drone Centre of Excellence. We are

By State Secretary Joakim Sevrin Tranvåg Øren 8. oktober 2026

Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Espen Barth Eide on the Nobel Peace Prize laureate Navi Pillay

I congratulate Navi Pillay on receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. The prize sends a powerful signal of support for the cause of human rights, international law, and international humanitarian law, principles that Norway holds in the highest regard.

Prime Minister congratulates Navi Pillay on Nobel Peace Prize

‘On behalf of the Norwegian Government, I would like to congratulate the winner of this year’s Nobel Peace Prize, Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay. In its announcement, the Norwegian Nobel Committee referred to the instrumental role this year’s laureate has

New ambassadors from Vietnam, Pakistan, Austria and France

Four ambassadors presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Haakon VIII on 8 October 2026.

National Budget 2027: A budget that gives people confidence in healthcare

The government’s proposed National Budget for 2027 aims to give people confidence in healthcare by strengthening hospital finances, providing more nursing home places and ensuring faster, more modern healthcare.

National Budget 2027: Government proposes more than NOK 4 billion for “Eldreløftet”, its initiative for older people

The government’s “Eldreløftet” initiative aims to ensure that people in Norway can look forward to a secure, active and dignified old age. In its proposed National Budget for 2027, the government is therefore allocating more than NOK 4 billion to

National Budget 2027: Supporting new, ambitious waiting-time targets for hospitals

The government is proposing a total allocation of NOK 250 billion for hospitals in 2027. This represents an increase of NOK 3.1 billion, in addition to adjustments for wage and price growth and other factors. The budget takes account of changing

National Budget 2027: Government plans to establish a public digital frontline service for health-related questions

The government intends to provide residents with a quality-assured AI service that can answer questions about symptoms, health concerns and test results. The service will be tailored to the Norwegian healthcare system, and the government is

National Budget 2027: NOK 300 million increase in mental health funding

The government proposes to increase funding for mental health services by NOK 300 million next year. The funding will support a range of measures, including increasing inpatient capacity in mental healthcare and establishing more easily accessible

The 2027 National Budget: A budget to safeguard Norway in an unsafe era

In the proposed National Budget for 2027, the Government is improving people’s everyday financial situation and prioritising defence, schools and health.

The National Budget 2027: Proposes to strengthen defence capability with 6,5 billion Norwegian kroner

The Government proposes allocating 191,7 billion Norwegian kroner (NOK) to the defence sector in the 2027 national budget.

The State Budget 2027: Key figures in the National Budget for 2027

To ensure equal access to macroeconomic figures that might be market sensitive, the Ministry of Finance publishes selected key figures prior to presenting the National Budget at 10am. More detailed forecasts will be published in the Budget.

Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide on the third anniversary of the terrorist attack against Israel

Today marks three years since Hamas’ horrific terrorist attack against Israel on 7 October 2023. The attack claimed the lives of 1,200 people, and 251 people were taken hostage. Norway condemned the attack in the strongest possible terms. There can

Prime Minister to meet Finnish President

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre will be welcoming Finnish President Alexander Stubb to the Prime Minister's office for a working meeting on Thursday 8 October at 09:00. The two leaders will discuss steps to follow up the international call for