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Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide on today’s meetings in Washington between the Kingdom of Denmark and the United States

It is positive that the meeting between the Kingdom of Denmark and the United States today was constructive, and that they have agreed to continue their work through a joint working group.

Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on the planned execution of Erfan Soltani

'The planned execution of Erfan Soltani is unacceptable and must be stopped,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

From State Secretary Andreas Kravik on the situation in Iran

'At a meeting with the Iranian ambassador today, I emphasized the gravity of the situation and strongly condemned the severe and disproportionate violence against the demonstrators,' said State Secretary Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik.

New life to international efforts in combatting religious intolerance

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is organizing an expert consultation in Oslo to strengthen international cooperation in combatting religious intolerance, from January 13-14.

Norway signs new two-year agreement with UNRWA

Norway today signed a new two-year agreement with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). Under the agreement, Norway will provide core funding of NOK 175 million per year for the period 2026-2027.

Minister Eide unveiled replica of rune stone in Ukraine

‘The Alstad stone is a symbol of the historic ties between the people of Norway and the people of Ukraine,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

Emergency support package for Ukraine

The Government is now providing an emergency support package of EUR 340 million to Ukraine. This was announced by Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide in Kyiv today. The funding will be used to support the energy sector and to help

Allocation of funding under the Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine in 2026

In 2026, Norway will provide NOK 15 billion in civilian and humanitarian support to Ukraine and Moldova under the Nansen Programme Support for Ukraine. The key focus areas for Norway’s support to Ukraine are energy security, budget support for the

Joint statement on support to UNRWA and NGOs

Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Slovenia and Spain condemn the latest Israeli legislation targeting UNRWA, including measures to cut water, electricity and communications to its facilities.

Joint statement by the Nordic Foreign Ministers on Greenland

Joint statement by the Foreign Ministers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden on 6 January 2026.

Statement from Minister Eide on the Situation in Venezuela

‘The developments in Venezuela mark a grave escalation of an already highly volatile situation. It is now imperative that the full facts of what has occurred are established,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide. ‘The Maduro regime

Joint  Statement on the Gaza Humanitarian Response

Joint statement on Gaza from the foreign ministers of Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Japan, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.

Statement from Minister Eide on Russian Strikes in Ukraine over Christmas

'Ukrainian and US negotiators work hard to end Russia’s war and reach a just, durable peace. Hard questions will be addressed at tomorrow’s presidential meeting,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

Norway increases support for fight against hunger in South Sudan

Norway is increasing support to the World Food Programme (WFP) in South Sudan. An additional USD Nok 128.6 million (approx. USD 12.7 million) will go towards the WFP’s emergency assistance and efforts that strengthen community resilience.

Statement on Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank

Joint statement condemning the approval by the Israeli security cabinet of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank.

Nuclear safety and security

The Norwegian Government’s Action Plan 2025–2030

The Norwegian Government’s Action Plan for Nuclear Safety and Security (Nuclear Action Plan) has provided the basis for this cooperation since 1995. The Action Plan has been revised at regular intervals to ensure that it remains fit for purpose.

Joint Statement from Troika Capitals on South Sudan

Statement by the Governments of Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States on the deteriorating situation in South Sudan.

Statement held by State Secretary Kravik at the establishment of the Claims Commission

State Secretary Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik's statement held at the event in The Hague.

By State Secretary Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik

Norway Supports New Claims Commission for Ukraine

Today, Norway signs the convention establishing a Claims Commission for Ukraine. The Claims Commission is the second of three components in an international compensation mechanism for the victims of Russia’s war of aggression. The other two

Statement from Minister Eide onmilitary airstrike on a hospital in Rakhine

'I am horrified by the military airstrike on a hospital in Rakhine, Myanmar, killing patients and health workers,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.