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New ambassadors from Palestine, Algeria, Chile

Three ambassadors presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 24 April 2025.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, The King has appointed Ms. Anette Kristine Davidsen as acting state secretary to Minister of Digitalisation and Public Governance, Ms. Karianne Oldernes Tung, from 24 January to 2 March 2025.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, the Crown Prince Regent has appointed Ms. Ingrid Marie Vaag Endrerud as state secretary to Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion, Ms. Tonje Brenna.

Norway hosting the Internet Governance Forum 2025

In an era of widespread global unrest, collaboration is crucial to promote and preserve an open, secure and inclusive internet. “IGF 2025 will be the largest UN meeting ever held in Norway and an important arena for collaboration,” says Norway’s

International Commitment to Indigenous Peoples at UN’s Climate Summit in Brazil

Norway and several other countries pledge funding and political support to give Indigenous Peoples rights and resources to protect the rainforest.

Norway Joins Global Effort Against Forest Fires

Norway is joining two new international initiatives to combat forest fires. The initiative was launched at the UN’s Climate Summit in Brazil. Last year, forest fires were one of the leading causes of forest loss and resulted in major greenhouse gas

Statement by Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Kristiansen Tvinnereim

Statement by Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Kristiansen Tvinnereim - Appalled by attack on hospital in Al Fasher, Sudan

Statement on the situation in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Norway condemns the recent offensives by the M23, supported by Rwanda, in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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Norway to strengthen cooperation with Brazil to address global challenges

The Norwegian Government is today launching a new strategy to enhance cooperation with Brazil.

Norway operates F-35s on biofuel

Norway is the first country to operate F-35 fighter jets using a significant proportion of Sustainable Aviation Fuel. 'A historic climate initiative that can strengthen Norwegian preparedness,' said the Minister of Defence, Bjørn Arild Gram.

Increased support for Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s war of aggression

Norway is providing NOK 580 million to the efforts of the UN Refugee Agency (UNCHR) to assist refugees, internally displaced people and other people in Ukraine and Moldova who are affected by the war.

AU Deputy Chairperson and Norwegian Minister of International Development Meet to Deepen Strategic Partnership

A high-level meeting took place on May 6 at the African Union Headquarters between H.E. Ms. Selma Haddadi, Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission, and H.E. Mr. Åsmund Aukrust, Norwegian Minister of International Development. The

Prime Minister Støre met with UK Prime Minister in Oslo

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre met with his British counterpart, Keir Starmer, on board the Coast Guard vessel Jan Mayen in Oslo. The two leaders discussed a range of issues such as the security situation in Europe, defence, trade and the

Palestinian Prime Minister to pay official visit to Norway

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa is coming to Norway on an official visit on 14-15 January. This is the first official visit from Palestine since Norway recognised Palestine as a state.

Changes among the political advisers

Mr. Andreas Skretting Jansen is appointed political adviser to Minister of Health and Care services, Mr. Jan Christian Vestre.

Norway is transferring Palestinian clearence revenues

‘I am very pleased that Norway, based on an understanding between the Palestinian and Israeli governments, is transferring USD 420 million, which the Palestinian government will use to cover expenses for electricity and fuel,’ said Foreign Minister

Foreign Minister Eide on attack on MSF hospital in South Sudan

‘The military attack on an MSF hospital is unacceptable and cuts off medical access for thousands of civilians. I am deeply concerned about the development in South Sudan,‘ says Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide.