New sanctions against Russia incorporated into Norwegian law

Press release Date: 31/01/2023

Norway has introduced a new set of sanctions against President Putin and the Russian regime. These sanctions mirror the EU’s ninth package of sanctions, which was adopted by the EU on 16 December 2022.

Norwegian control mechanism to improve security of electricity supply

Press release Date: 27/01/2023

The Norwegian Government is introducing a control mechanism including statutory responsibilities for hydropower producers to safeguard security of electricity supply.

Ukrainian refugees are having their right to drive in Norway expanded

Press release Date: 27/01/2023

It is almost a year since Russia invaded Ukraine and many Ukrainians have had to flee from their home country. They are in a very difficult situation and the Norwegian Government wants to offer Ukrainians in Norway predictability in respect of their stay in Norway. We are now changing the rules so that Ukrainian refugees can drive in Norway for the duration of their collective protection in Norway. In addition, all driving licence categories will be recognised, not only for passenger cars,’ says Minister of Transport Jon-Ivar Nygård.

New ambassadors from Kuwait, China, Pakistan and Maldives

News story Date: 26/01/2023

Four new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 26 January 2023.

Norway will send tanks to Ukraine

News story Date: 26/01/2023

The Norwegian government supports the donation of tanks to Ukraine and Norway will contribute to the donation.

Grave situation for Palestine refugees

News story Date: 26/01/2023

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is in an extremely difficult financial situation due to a decrease in support from donors, high population growth and a steep rise in prices for food and energy. This was the main topic of discussion when Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt met UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini today.

Statement at the Arctic Frontiers conference 2023

Speech/statement Date: 31/01/2023

Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt's statement at the Arctic Frontiers conference 2023 in Tromsø.

Statement at opening of the Norad Conference

Speech/statement Date: 31/01/2023

Statement held by State Secretary Bjørg Sandkjær at the opening of the Norad Conference.

Address on humanitarian disarmament and mine action

Speech/statement Date: 30/01/2023

Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt held this speech on a seminar at Kulturhuset in Oslo on humanitarian disarmament and mine action.

Address at the Norwegian-German Chamber of Commerce

Speech/statement Date: 19/01/2023

Statement at a press conference with German Vise-Chancellor Robert Habeck

Speech/statement Date: 05/01/2023

Good morning everyone, It is an honour for me to warmly welcome Germany’s Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Robert Habeck back to Norway.

New Year Speech 2023

Speech/statement Date: 01/01/2023

It is the evening of the first day of the year. Whether you have celebrated a traditional Christmas with your family, been at work or mostly spent these days on your own, I hope you had the chance to be with people you care about.