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Norway terminates its contract for the NH90

10/06/2022 News story Ministry of Defence

- Regrettably we have reached the conclusion that no matter how many hours our technicians work, and how many parts we order, it will never make the NH90 capable of to meeting the requirements of the Norwegian Armed Forces. Based on a joint

Changes among the political advisers

10/06/2022 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

The Office of the Prime Minister has extended the appointment for Ms. Emma Svarva Giskås as political adviser to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre as of 17 June 2022.

Changes among the state secretaries

10/06/2022 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

In today’s Council of State, The King has decided to extend Kjetil Vevle´s constitution as State Secretary to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre until 15 November 2022.

Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt: Condemns attack in Burkina Faso

13/06/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'I am shocked and horrified by the latest news from Burkina Faso', Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt said.

Defence cooperation between Norway and US essential for our security

08/04/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Defence

The Supplementary Defense Cooperation Agreement between Norway and the US has now been submitted to the Storting for consideration. ‘This Agreement provides a framework for further developing our crucial cooperation with the US in this area. Our

Increased humanitarian assistance to Ukraine and neighbouring countries

19/04/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘Russia is waging a brutal war that is having a severe impact on the Ukrainian people. Norway is increasing its support for the people in Ukraine and displaced Ukrainians with a view to enhancing food security, combating human trafficking, and

Changes among the political advisers

12/04/2022 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

After the changes in the Government today, the Office of the Prime Minister has made changes among the political advisers.

Changes in the Government

12/04/2022 Press release Office of the Prime Minister

In the Council of State today, the King has made changes in the Government.

Statement on the attack on London Pub

25/06/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Horrified by the attack on London Pub. My heartfelt condolences and compassion to the victims, their families and friends.'

Minister of Foreign Affairs: Condemns Russia's attack on Odesa

24/07/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Norway condemns Russia’s attack on the port of Odesa', Minister of Foreign Affairs Annniken Huitfeldt said.

An Energy Policy for Employment, Transition and security in times of uncertainty

27/04/2022 Press release Ministry of Energy

On 8 April, the Norwegian Government presented its supplementary white paper on energy policy. The white paper shows how the Russian military invasion of Ukraine has affected world energy markets and underlines the importance of secure and stable

Norway provides an air defense system to Ukraine

20/04/2022 News story Ministry of Defence

-The conflict could draw out in time, and Ukraine is dependent on international support to withstand Russian aggression. The Norwegian government has therefore decided to donate Mistral air defense to Ukraine, says Norwegian Minister of Defence

Ukrainians in Norway need to register

25/04/2022 News story Ministry of Justice and Public Security

Registration with the police is Ukrainians’ ticket to Norwegian society.

Foreign Minister visits Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh

25/04/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt paid a visit to Bangladesh to celebrate the 50th anniversary of bilateral relations. She also met Rohingya refugees who are now living in Bangladesh.

Norway contributes to a weapons fund for Ukraine

27/04/2022 News story Ministry of Defence

Norway will contribute to a fund to coordinate acquisition of military equipment for Ukraine. The fund is led by the United Kingdom, which will coordinate the purchase and transport of defence equipment for Ukraine.

Norway to become member of International Solar Alliance

26/04/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘We need to increase the pace of the green transition worldwide, and the use of solar cells will be important in this context. This is why Norway is joining the International Solar Alliance. This will open up new opportunities for Norwegian

The EU Commission recommends negotiations of an agreement between Norway and the EU to hinder VAT fraud

27/04/2022 News story Ministry of Finance

The Commission adopted 26 April 2022 a recommendation to the Council to re-open negotiations of the agreement between Norway and the EU concerning administrative cooperation in the field of VAT. The purpose of the agreement is to combat

Proposal aims to make it easier to find homes for Ukrainian refugees

29/04/2022 Press release Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development

The government has put forward a proposal to introduce emergency powers in the Planning and Building Act to speed up the process of welcoming and finding homes for refugees from Ukraine.

Joint statement on Human Rights of Afghan Women and Girls

13/05/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Joint statement supported by Norway's Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt on increased restrictions on the human rights of Afghan women and girls.

CCS cooperation with UK waste disposal industry

13/05/2022 News story Office of the Prime Minister

CO2 emissions from London’s household rubbish will be captured and stored beneath the North Sea in the carbon storage facility of the Norwegian Longship CCS project. Cory, one of the UK’s leading waste management and recycling companies, will store