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Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, The King has made changes among the state secretaries.

Norway's Representative Office in Palestine is closed until further notice

As a result of the Netanyahu government's decision to no longer facilitate Norway's representation to the Palestinian Authority, our Representative Office in Al Ram in Palestine must be closed as of today.

Long-term Perspectives on the Norwegian Economy 2024: Future Norway Needs New Solutions and More People Working

The government has today presented the report on Long-term Perspectives on the Norwegian Economy 2024, which discusses the main challenges for the Norwegian economy towards 2060. In this report, the government has set a goal to increase the share of

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Espen Barth Eide: ‘Consequential for our relationship with the Netanyahu government’

‘Today, we were informed by the Netanyahu government that they will no longer facilitate Norwegian diplomats’ work in Palestine. This is an extreme action that first and foremost affects our ability to help the Palestinian population. It shows once

Meld. St. 31 (2023–2024) - Long-term Perspectives on the Norwegian Economy 2024

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Changes among the political advisers

Mr. Edvin Søvik is appointed as political adviser to Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion, Ms. Tonje Brenna.

10 medical students from Gaza to be granted permission to come to Norway

Ten medical students from Gaza are to be granted permission to come to Norway to take part in an exchange visit at the University of Oslo.

The presidential election in Venezuela

‘I am deeply concerned about the situation in Venezuela following last Sunday’s election,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

Norway to increase its support for Palestine refugees

‘After nine months of war, the situation for the population in Gaza is catastrophic. They lack everything. Many are starving. UNRWA is the backbone of all humanitarian efforts in Gaza. That is why Norway is now increasing its support by providing

Troika statement on South Sudan

The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States, Norway, and the United Kingdom on South Sudan.

Meld. St. 14 (2023–2024) - National Transport Plan 2025–2036

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Meld. St. 12 (2023–2024) - White paper on public health and living conditions in the Sámi population – Summary

Meld. St. 12 (2023–2024) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on appointment of new Palestinian Prime Minister

'My best wishes to Mohammad Mustafa, who was just appointed Palestinian Prime Minister,' says Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

New white paper highlights Sámi perspectives in public health work

The Government believes that public health policy has paid too little attention to factors that affect public health and living conditions in the Sámi population. This will change with the white paper that was passed in the Council of State on

Sudan: Statement on humanitarian access

Norway is deeply concerned about the restrictions on humanitarian access in Sudan and calls for urgent restoration of safe and unhindered humanitarian access across the country.

Increased Knowledge for a More Sustainable Tourism Industry

The tourism industry faces many of the same challenges as other sectors but is characterized by relatively little research and innovation. Therefore, the Tourism 2030 strategy group was commissioned by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries

Norway and Ukraine sign security cooperation agreement

Today, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a bilateral agreement on security cooperation and long-term support.

Women, Peace and Security

Norway’s fifth National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security sets out the government’s policy for implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1325, related resolutions and the broader women, peace and security (WPS) agenda nationally and

Condemns North Korea's failed satellite launch

Norway condemns North Korea's attempt to launch a satellite on 27 May 2024.

Syria crisis demands continued attention

‘The crisis in Syria must not be forgotten, even at a time of many ongoing conflicts and wars. 90 per cent of the Syrian population live in poverty, according to the World Bank. Norway will therefore provide NOK 500 million in support to the work by