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New sanctions against Russia incorporated into Norwegian law

Norway has introduced additional sanctions in response to Russia’s illegal attack on Ukraine. The new sanctions encompass restrictive measures prohibiting the transport of goods by road by Russian transport operators and access to ports of vessels

The Norwegian Government wants to strengthen civil emergency preparedness

The Norwegian Government is following up its political platform regarding increasing emergency preparedness. The situation in Ukraine has intensified tensions and created uncertainty, making it necessary to implement civil measures quickly. Today

Norway to strengthen efforts to combat hunger and alleviate need in Horn of Africa

‘Some 20 million people are facing severe hunger as a result of drought in the Horn of Africa. Norway is therefore strengthening its efforts to alleviate need and prevent famine in Somalia, Ethiopia and Kenya,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs

Revised National Budget: Key figures in the Revised National Budget 2022

To secure equal access to information that might be market sensitive, the Ministry of Finance publishes selected key figures prior to launching the Revised National Budget at 10:45 a.m. More detailed estimates will be published with the Revised

Statement on terror attack in Israel

'I strongly condemn the heinous terror attack in Elad as Israel’s Yom Haatzmaut was coming to a close, killing at least three and wounding several others. My thoughts are with the families and victims. To encourage and glorify such terror is deeply

NOU 2010: 10 Adapting to a changing climate -

Norway’s vulnerability and the need to adapt to the impacts of climate change.

Meld. St. 7 (2011–2012) - The High North

Zajistit dětem bezpečí: společná odpovědnost

Všichni chceme stejnou věc - zajistit, aby všechny děti vyrůstaly v bezpečném prostředí bez násilí. Vysvětlovat smysl opatření na ochranu dětí však může být obtížné.

Facts 2013 – All you need to know about Norwegian petroleum activities

In cooperation with the Norwegian Petroleum Directorate, The Ministry of Petroleum and Energy have published a new edition of the annual book on Norwegian petroleum industry, (petroleum) Facts 2013. The publication gives a comprehensive overview of

Key Figures 2017: Overview and rates of direct and indirect taxes

Key figures for the Norwegian economy, main figures of the Fiscal Budget and rates of direct and indirect taxes.

Meld. St. 26 (2012-2013) - National Transport Plan 2014–2023

Meld. St. 16 (2010-2011) - Meld. St. 16 (2010–2011) Report to the Storting (white paper) Summary

National Health and Care Services Plan

Meld. St. 18 (2016–2017) - Urban sustainability and rural strength – in brief

Meld. St. 18 (2016–2017) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Profits from natural resources will be better distributed

Energy producers and the aquaculture industry make billions of kroner on our common resources. The Government is now proposing that more of the value created should go back to society.

Chair's summary from AHLC meeting 10 May

This is the chair's summary from meeting of the Ad-Hoc Liaison Committee (AHLC) i n Brussels, 10 May 2022. Chair was Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway Ms Anniken Huitfeldt ant the host was EU High Representative Mr Josep Borrell Fontelles.

Conflict and food insecurity on agenda in New York

‘An increase in global food insecurity could lead to greater instability. Ensuring that people have enough food to eat is primarily about saving lives, but it will also help prevent new conflicts,’ said Minister of International Development Anne

Nordic support for Finland and Sweden

‘Finland’s and Sweden’s security is important to our security. Together with Denmark and Iceland, Norway stands ready to assist its Nordic neighbours by all means necessary should they be the victim of aggression on their territory before obtaining

Meld. St. 14 (2021–2022) - Norwegian exports of defence-related products in 2021, export control and international non-proliferation cooperation

This white paper provides an account of Norwegian exports of arms, ammunition and other military equipment and components, related technology, and services for military use (shortened to ‘defence-related products’ in the rest of this document) in

New ambassadors from South Africa and Tanzania

Two new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to King Harald  on 9 June 2022.

Seeds shipped from CIAT Colombia and IRRI Philippines february 2008

All photos: Svalbard Global Seed Vault CIAT Colombia IRRI Philippines