News and press releases

The Healthcare Personnel Commission delivers its report

On Thursday 2 February, the Minister of Health and Care Services, Ingvild Kjerkol, delivered the Healthcare Personnel Commission’s report titled Time to Act: Personnel in a sustainable health and care service.

The Energy Commission submits report to the government

Terje Aasland, Minister of Petroleum and Energy, received today the final report from the government appointed Energy Commission led by Professor Lars Sørgard. The report examines Norwegian energy policy in a long-term perspective.

Enormous humanitarian needs after earthquake in Türkiye and Syria

‘This is an immense tragedy. My condolences go to all those who have lost loved ones, and I am sending warm thoughts to all those who have been injured or affected’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Sanctions against Russia are a necessary response to its brutal war

‘One year after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, it is essential that we maintain pressure on the Russian Government and its supporters. We stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and fully support their fight for freedom. Norway also

World’s countries reach agreement on conservation of marine biodiversity in the high seas

Following intense negotiations over several years, agreement was reached late on Saturday evening on an instrument on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. Norway is very pleased with the

Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Tvinnereim: Norway to provide NOK 500 million to UN fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises

‘Safeguarding education in situations of crisis and conflict is a priority area for the Norwegian Government. Education Cannot Wait is one of our most important partners in these efforts. Our cooperation has been extremely constructive, and Norway

The Norwegian Government sends generators to Ukraine

Following Russian attacks, millions of Ukrainians are without power, water, or heating. There is a large and urgent need for help. Norway has made considerable contributions to maintaining the Ukrainian power supply and the Norwegian Government has

Norway will take the lead in European public health cooperation

The EU has invested 75 million euros into public health, and has asked Norway to lead this project.

New ambassadors from Türkiye, Kazakhstan and Slovenia

Three new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to King Harald V on 16 February 2023.

New sanctions against Russia incorporated into Norwegian law

Norway has introduced a new set of sanctions against President Putin and the Russian regime. These sanctions mirror the EU’s ninth package of sanctions, which was adopted by the EU on 16 December 2022.

Norway to provide NOK 150 million to earthquake victims

‘Norway is providing NOK 150 million in funding to the UN, the Red Cross and the major Norwegian humanitarian organisations for relief efforts in the areas hit by the earthquake, in both Türkiye and Syria,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

Norway has introduced a price cap on Russian petroleum products

Norway has introduced a price cap on petroleum products from Russia and has incorporated this into the sanctions legislation.

Providing life-saving humanitarian aid to Syria

The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution allowing the continued delivery of cross-border humanitarian aid from Türkiye into Syria. This will ensure that help reaches millions of Syrians in need of assistance. Norway and Ireland led the

Increasing the capacity for explosive ordnance disposal in Ukraine

Norway will provide instructors as part of a multinational effort to provide training on Explosive Ordnance Disposal to Ukrainian military personnel, Norwegian Defense Minister Bjørn Arild Gram (Sp) said during the international meeting for support

Norway to provide seed support to Ukraine

‘Norway is providing substantial support to Ukraine. We are now allocating NOK 40 million to the UN as seed support for 3 000 smallholder farmers in conflict-affected areas in Ukraine. This will help to ensure access to food for many people,’ said

Norway will send tanks to Ukraine

The Norwegian government supports the donation of tanks to Ukraine and Norway will contribute to the donation.

New ambassadors from El Salvador, Czechia, the United Arab Emirates and Moldova

Four new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to  King Harald V on 19 January 2023.

Norway with comprehensive tanks-package to Ukraine

-Norway will donate 8 tanks and up to 4 special purpose tanks to Ukraine. We are also earmarking funds to ammunition and spare parts, says Minister of Defence Bjørn Arild Gram.

Ukraine-agreement

Travelling with dogs in Norway

The Norwegian Act on responsible dog management. This Act sets out the general requirements for dog management in Norway. Information on the most essential requirements when travelling with dogs in Norway follows below.