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New bilateral partnership between Indonesia and Norway

Indonesia and Norway enter into a new bilateral climate and forest partnership to recognize Indonesia’s impressive results to date and support its ambitious emissions reduction plans. Indonesia has become a global leader by reducing its

Norway strengthens global pandemic preparedness efforts

After more than two years of coping with a pandemic, Norway is joining a new initiative to strengthen global pandemic preparedness. The aim is to mitigate the risk and consequences of a new pandemic. ‘The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the

Digital North - A Digital and Sustainable Nordic-Baltic Region

Did you miss out on the conference? A full recording can be found here.

Changes to Norway’s diplomatic presence abroad

In 2023, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will increase the number of staff at several missions abroad, especially missions in Europe. Staffing at certain missions will be increased to provide greater support to the Norwegian business sector. At the

Speech at International Day to Protect Education from Attack

The keynote speech was held by State Secretary Erling Rimestad at an event to mark the third International day to protect education from attack.

By State Secretary Erling Rimestad Oslo, 9 September

Sikt - Norwegian Agency for Shared Services in Education and Research

Sikt will develop, facilitate and make available new technology in order to streamline, improve quality and ensure access to knowledge.

Web page: https://sikt.no/

Keynote speech at International Day to Protecting Education from Attack

State Secretary Erling Rimestad's keynote speech when Norad marked the third International Day to Protect Education from Attack.

By State Secretary Erling Rimestad Oslo, 9 September

Statement from the Prime Minister in connection with the death of Queen Elizabeth II

‘This marks the end of an era. Queen Elizabeth was truly remarkable in her dedication and lifelong service to her country and its people,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

Norway to provide further support for victims of Pakistan flood disaster

‘Norway is providing an additional NOK 55 million to alleviate humanitarian needs in the wake of the catastrophic flooding in Pakistan,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Norway's support to Equal Rights Coalition and efforts for LHBTI+ persons

State Secretary Bjørg Sandkjær's greetings (by video) to the Global LGBTI Conference held in Argentina.

By State Secretary Bjørg Sandkjær 8 September

Norwegian investigators to the International Criminal Court

Two investigators from the National Criminal Investigation Service (NCIS) will be seconded to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for a period of up to two years. The Norwegian Government is pleased that the Norwegian police can contribute to the

Will donate Hellfire missiles and night vision equipment to Ukraine

Norway will donate Hellfire missiles to Ukraine. The donation includes approximately 160 missiles, launching pads and guidance units. Ukraine will also receive night-vision equipment drawn from Armed Forces inventories.

Roadmap – The green industrial initiative

This roadmap is the starting point for the Norwegian government's work to promote green industry. The document presents new ambitions, instruments and measures. The roadmap was launched by Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Minister of Trade and

Norway’s battery strategy

Norway's first battery strategy was launched on 29 June 2022. The strategy presents 10 measures for how Norway will further develop a coherent and profitable battery value chain.

Norwegian measures in the electricity derivatives market not needed now

The Norwegian authorities closely monitor developments in the financial power market, and are in constant contact with other Nordic authorities. The measures announced in Sweden and Finland may reduce the risk of distress in the Nordic financial

Making the case for democracy

Article by the following Nordic Foreign Ministers: Jeppe Kofod (Denmark), Pekka Haavisto (Finland), Thórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörd Gylfadóttir (Iceland), Ann Linde (Sweden) and Anniken Huitfeldt.

By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt 2 September

Norway’s main priorities for the 77th session of the UN General Assembly

Here are the instructions for the Norwegian delegation for 77th session of the UN General Assembly (Unga).

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, The King has appointed Mr. Tomas Norvoll as state secretary to Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion, Ms. Marte Mjøs Persen.

Opening statement at Nobel Peace Center freedom of expression conference

Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt's opening address at the Nobel Peace Center freedom of expression conference.

By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt Oslo, 2 September

Dementia Plan 2025

Dementia Plan 2025 is the third national dementia plan. It is the government's five-year plan (2021-2025) to improve services for people with dementia and their families.