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  • Concerned about new Polish law

    08/06/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    I am concerned about Poland’s newly adopted law on investigation on Russian influence, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

  • Norwegian delegation in Afghanistan

    18/01/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    A Norwegian delegation is in Kabul for talks with the Taliban, the UN and representatives of Afghan civil society about the serious humanitarian situation in Afghanistan.

  • Norway to provide NOK 350 million to support work of International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement in Ukraine

    26/09/2023 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    Almost half of the population of Ukraine is in need of humanitarian assistance and protection. Today, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre announced that Norway will provide NOK 350 million to support the work of the International Red Cross and Red

  • New ambassadors from Peru, Switzerland, Canada and Indonesia

    21/09/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    Four ambassadors presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 21 September 2023.

  • Foreign Service continues reallocation efforts – Closure of two diplomatic missions

    12/10/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    The Norwegian Embassy Kampala, Uganda, and the Consulate General in Guangzhou, China, are to be closed. At the same time, the number of diplomatic staff at selected other embassies will be increased.

  • NOK 200 million for mine clearance activities in Ukraine

    11/10/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    The widespread deployment of mines and cluster munitions in Ukraine has made it the most heavily mined country in the world today. Norway will more than double its support to efforts to clear mines laid in Ukraine since the start of Russia’s brutal

  • Norway’s key leadership tasks in UN Security Council

    14/01/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    In its second year as a member of the UN Security Council, Norway will co-chair the Informal Expert Group on Climate and Security together with Kenya. Norway will also continue to hold the subsidiary body chair positions it was given in 2021.

  • Providing support for civilians following earthquakes in Afghanistan

    11/10/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    ‘The earthquakes in western Afghanistan has brought further suffering to an already hard-hit population. We are now increasing Norway’s support in order to provide life-saving assistance to those affected,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken

  • Strong unity in the fight against ISIS

    10/06/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    ‘Much of the world’s attention is currently focused on Russia’s war in Ukraine. But all the while, violent extremism and terrorism are continuing to hamper development, and are spreading fear and uncertainty to more and more areas of sub-Saharan

  • Programme of work for the UN Security Council under Norway’s leadership in January

    04/01/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    The programme of work for the UN Security Council in January is now in place. ‘Norway is ready to shoulder its responsibility and lead the Security Council in January. We will focus in particular on the role of women in promoting peace, the

  • Norway to provide a further NOK 500 million in support to Moldova

    01/06/2023 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    Norway will provide NOK 500 million in support to Moldova in 2023. The war in Ukraine is having a severe impact on Moldova, and the funding will be used to help the Moldovan authorities to deal with the crisis.

  • Norway deeply disturbed by decision to dissolve Russian human rights organisation

    28/12/2021 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    'I am deeply disturbed by Russian Supreme Court's decision to dissolve Russian human rights organisation International Memorial', Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt said.

  • Statement on mass execution in Saudi Arabia

    14/03/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    'The mass execution of 81 people in Saudi Arabia on 12 March is deeply concerning. Norway opposes the use of the death penalty under any circumstances. We call on Saudi Arabia to impose a moratorium on the use of death penalty as a first step

  • Humanitarian assistance to Ukraine – how will it be used?

    24/03/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    Norway has allocated NOK 2 billion to humanitarian efforts and assistance to refugees in connection with the crisis in Ukraine. Approximately NOK 1,3 billion has already been disbursed.

  • International tax co-operation in the UN

    23/11/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    Today, the UN voted on a resolution on global tax cooperation, with the aim of reducing illicit financial flows between countries and curb tax evasion. Most Western countries voted against the resolution, but Norway chose to abstain.

  • Foreign Minister welcomes a temporary ceasefire in Gaza

    22/11/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    'Norway welcomes the agreement on a temporary humanitarian ceasefire and the release of hostages from Gaza. Both are crucial', said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

  • Minister of Foreign Affairs congratulates Erik Møse on appointment as Chair of Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine

    30/03/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    ‘I would like to congratulate Erik Møse on his appointment as Chair of the Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

  • Disappointed by education ban for girls

    23/03/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    'Very disappointed by reports that Taliban's leadership continues to ban girls from secondary education', Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt said.

  • Norway seeking seat on UNESCO Executive Board

    09/03/2022 Press release Ministry of Education and Research, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    Norway is the Nordic region’s candidate for a seat on the Executive Board of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for the period 2025-2029.

  • Statement by the European Union, Iceland and Norway regarding the Northern Dimension policy

    09/03/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    The European Union, Iceland and Norway have condemned in the strongest possible terms Russia's unprecedented military aggression against Ukraine. By its unprovoked and unjustified military actions, Russia is grossly violating international law and

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