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Minister of International Development: Complete breakdown in Gaza

‘Over the past year, the people living in Gaza have suffered enormously and we are now seeing a complete breakdown of Gazan society. More than 43 000 people have been killed. Entire families have been wiped out. Some 60 000 children are acutely

Minister Emilie Mehl extends temporary arming of police and internal border controls

Norway’s Minister of Justice and Public Security, Ms Emilie Mehl, has today decided to extend temporary arming of the police for three months and to extend internal border controls until 1 December 2024. The police have been armed since 8 October

Norway to continue as guest country in G20

On Tuesday, 3 December, South Africa announced that Norway will continue to participate as a G20 guest country under the South African G20 Presidency. Norway had status as a guest country in 2024 under the Brazilian presidency.

Fears of greater humanitarian catastrophe in Sudan

The ongoing hostilities in Sudan have led to the temporary suspension of many emergency aid operations. ‘This could have catastrophic consequences for millions of people who depend on emergency aid to survive. I am deeply concerned about the

The Norwegian Government Strengthens and Renews Commitment to Gender Equality

The Government has presented a white paper on sexual harassment and the country's first strategy for gender equality between men and women.

Norway and EU establish Green Alliance

‘Norway and the European Union have ambitious goals for climate action and the green transition. The Green Alliance with the EU will facilitate the creation of future green jobs in Norway,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

Norway Announces New NOK 50 million Contribution to "Grain from Ukraine" Initiative

Norway pledges an additional NOK 50 million (USD 4.5 million) to the "Grain from Ukraine" initiative, a program that plays an important role in combating hunger in regions of the Middle East and Africa facing severe food insecurity.

Norway bids to host Internet Governance Forum 2025

The Norwegian government announced today its bid to host the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in 2025. The IGF is a global platform for multistakeholder discussions on internet governance and policy. Norway aims to unite the international community

Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon

I welcome the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon. This is an important first step reached with support from the United States and France. I urge all parties to respect the agreement and to comply with UN Security Council Resolution 1701.

New ambassadors from Kenya and Mongolia

Two ambassadors presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 5 December 2024

Norway Launches Initiative to Cut Emissions in Developing Countries

Norway will use up to US$740 million under the Paris Agreement Article 6 to contribute to emission reductions and green growth in developing countries.

International conference on protecting children in armed conflict

‘Children are particularly vulnerable to violence and abuse in situations of war and conflict. This is one of the most pressing political and humanitarian concerns today, and yet it remains one of the most neglected,’ said Minister of Foreign

Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide: 1 000 days of full-scale war in Ukraine

Today marks 1 000 days since Russia’s President, Vladimir Putin, launched an illegal full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Eight years prior to that, Russia annexed the Crimean Peninsula and parts of the Donbas region.

Norway to invite France, Germany, UK and US to discussions on strategic partnership for new frigates for the Royal Norwegian Navy

The Norwegian Ministry of Defence today announced its intention to invite the French, German, British and US governments to begin discussions regarding a potential strategic partnership for deliveries of new frigates to replace the Royal Norwegian

Prop. 112 S (2022–2023) - The municipal proposition 2024 – chapter 4

4 The General Purpose Grant Scheme for the county authorities

In the municipal proposition, the Norwegian government presents its policy for the municipal sector. The new General Purpose Grant Scheme for county authorities was presented in Proposition 112 S (2022-2023) and has been translated.

Banks’ capital requirements unchanged

Today, the Ministry of Finance has decided to maintain the systemic risk buffer at 4.5 percent. For banks not using the Advanced IRB Approach, the phasing-in period is prolonged by one year. Thus, the systemic risk buffer of 4.5 percent shall apply

More children than ever attending day care facilities for schoolchildren

A record number of children are participating in day care facilities for schoolchildren (SFO). The increase is related to the fact that the government introduced an offer of 12 hours of free SFO per week for all first-graders in the autumn.

Norway signs agreement to provide NOK 1 billion to repair damaged infrastructure in Ukraine

‘There is an urgent need to repair the electricity supply system and other infrastructure in Ukraine following Russia’s bombing campaign against civilian targets. I am pleased that we have signed an agreement today to provide NOK 1 billion to help

South Sudan: Statement by the Troika and the EU on Violence in Upper Nile and Jonglei States

Statement by the Troika and the European Union on violence in Upper Nile and Jonglei States in South Sudan.

Joint statement on Sudan 5 December 2022

Members of the Quad and Troika issued the following statement on the situation in Sudan 5 December 2022.