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The Norwegian Government proposes allocating a further NOK 200 million to increase digital security in 2022

Russia’s attack on Ukraine has created a new security policy situation, which also means that digital attacks against Norway have become more likely. ‘We must strengthen civil emergency preparedness against cyber attacks, and the Norwegian

Norway to increase support for civilians in Afghanistan

‘Afghanistan is facing enormous political and humanitarian challenges. The situation for children is particularly grave. Norway will provide NOK 700 million in humanitarian aid to Afghanistan in 2022,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken

Strengthening civil emergency preparedness

The Norwegian Government is proposing strengthening key aspects of emergency preparedness and civil protection

Mehl: ‘The first refugees from Moldova may arrive next week’

Moldova has asked Norway and a number of European countries for help to receive displaced Ukrainians, and the Norwegian Government will be transferring 2 500 Ukrainian refugees from Moldova.

Two licenses under the carbon storage regulations awarded on the NCS

Today, the Norwegian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy has awarded two licences in accordance with the CO2 storage Regulations on the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS). One in the North Sea and one in the Barents Sea.

Meld. St. 11 (2009-2010) - Report No. 11 (2009–2010) to the Storting

Cooperation with Russia on nuclear activities and the environment in the High North

Norwegian Product Regulations

Law on Control of Products and Consumer Services (Produktkontrolloven) Duty to prevent fires and explosions: The Fire Prevention Regulations Supervision of electrical installations and electrical equipment: The Electrical Supervision Act Regulation

Recommendation on the exclusion of the company Elbit Systems Ltd

Elbit supplies a surveillance system that is part of the separation barrier being built by the Israeli government in the West Bank. The construction of parts of the barrier may be considered to constitute violations of international law, and Elbit,

Yemen must not become a forgotten crisis

Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt visited Yemen for the first time on 9 June. The Foreign Minister met Yemen’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs in the temporary capital of Aden. The evening before, Ms Huitfeldt met the

Shutdown of e-mail solution following cyberattack

A new e-mail solution is being deployed for employees at 12 ministries today and the old e-mail solution is being shut down. This is an important and necessary security measure following a cyberattack on the ICT system for the 12 ministries.

Norway to provide support to victims of Pakistan flood disaster

‘Norway is providing NOK 25 million following the catastrophic flooding in Pakistan for emergency relief and food security efforts to help those affected in this acute phase of the crisis,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Proposal for amendments for better control with security of electricity supply

The Norwegian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy has sent a proposal to amend the energy legislation regarding a new control mechanism for security of electricity supply on public consultation. The proposal is a follow-up on the measures that were

Statement on shipment of grain from Odesa

Today’s shipment of grain from Odesa is an important first step in reducing global food insecurity.

Adjusted production permits for several fields on the Norwegian shelf

The Ministry of Petroleum and Energy has approved adjusted production permits for several fields on the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS). Total sale of gas from NCS is expected at 122 billion standard cubic meters (Sm3) in 2022.

Recently arrived students must receive quality education within three months

The Storting has adopted temporary legislative amendments as a result of the arrival of displaced people from Ukraine. Children who arrive in Norway must be offered quality education within three months. The municipalities have an obligation to

Norway welcomes agreement on fisheries subsidies at 12th WTO Ministerial Conference

‘I am very pleased that an agreement has finally been reached to end harmful fisheries subsidies. This is good news for the sustainability of fisheries around the world and for international cooperation,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken

JEF Defence Ministers' Statement: Finland and Sweden's application for NATO membership

Today, the Defence Ministers of the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) - comprising Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the UK - met in Oslo.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt attends Nordic-African Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Helsinki on 13–14 June

Foreign Ministers and representative from 20 Nordic and African countries are taking part in this year’s Nordic-African Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Helsinki. The main topics of discussion are peace and security, sustainable development and

Norway strongly condemns attack on education centre

Norway strongly condemns the attack on Kaaj education centre in Kabul today, in a Hazara-majority area. Many adolescent girls and boys are killed and wounded.

Meld. St. 27 (2022–2023) - A good life throughout Norway – regional and rural policy for the future

Meld. St. 27 (2022–2023) Report to the Storting (white paper)