News and press releases

Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide: Norway strongly opposes the lawsuit against UNRWA staff

27/06/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'We strongly oppose the attack on UNRWA and their staff, including the Norwegian diplomat who previously served as Deputy Commissioner-General of the agency. The accusations against individuals coincide with a politically motivated campaign aimed at

Norway to provide NOK 394 million to support the UN’s human rights efforts

25/06/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘War, authoritarian regimes and food insecurity are posing a threat to people’s rights across the world. It is more important than ever to support the UN’s efforts to safeguard respect for human rights,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth

Norway to increase support for protection of civilians in Ukraine

17/06/2024 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway is increasing its humanitarian support to Ukraine by a total of NOK 50 million. The funds will be channelled through the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and UNICEF to promote civilian protection and the reintegration of

Norway increasing its support to UNRWA

17/06/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘UNRWA is the backbone of the humanitarian response in Gaza. The war, accusations made by Israel, continuous attacks on the organisation and funds withheld by major donors, have put UNRWA in an extremely difficult financial situation. In this

Must secure peace on Ukraine’s terms

16/06/2024 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

This weekend, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre took part in the international Summit on Peace in Ukraine, which was hosted by Switzerland in response to a request by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. ‘The summit focused on securing peace on

Norway to provide over NOK 1 billion to secure electricity in Ukraine

16/06/2024 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway will provide NOK 1.1 billion in support to Ukraine to secure the country’s electricity supply. ‘Russia is carrying out massive, systematic attacks to paralyse the power grid, but Ukrainians are working day and night to maintain essential

Food security in Africa: Norway commits five-year funding to civil society

13/06/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Climate-adapted rice production, preservation of local seeds and increased yields for small-holder farmers. These are just some of the ingredients when Norway commits NOK 1 billion, approx. USD 94 million, to civil society organizations’ work for

Humanitarian conference sends clear message: suffering in Gaza must cease

13/06/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘The message to everyone who participated in the humanitarian conference for Gaza is clear: we must find solutions that end the suffering, and in the longer term, we must focus on rebuilding Gaza,’ said Minister of International Development Anne

New ambassadors from Thailand and Mauritania

13/06/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Two ambassadors presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 13 June 2024.

Norway donates mortar ammunition to Ukraine

13/06/2024 News story Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Ukraine's need for firepower is extensive and urgent. After dialogue with the Norwegian Armed Forces, we have assessed what we can do further donations from the Norwegian Armed Forces' stockpiles, which can quickly be transferred to Ukraine to help

Calling for urgent action to end hunger

12/06/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

A champions call to scale up action to end hunger, was issued today by Norway, Brazil and Sierra Leone. The three countries are co-chairs in the Alliance of Champions for Food System Transformation. With Norway as host, a lunch was convened in Oslo

Norway to serve as chair of OCHA’s donor support group

12/06/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Starting today, Norway will take over as chair of the donor support group of the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). As chair, Norway will focus on securing financing to meet rising humanitarian needs, as well as on

Norway and Ukraine Sign Energy Cooperation Agreement

11/06/2024 Press release Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries, Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine has destroyed large parts of the country's energy infrastructure. In addition to military support for the defense against Russian aggression, Ukraine is in desperate need for additional and urgent support

Statement on attacks in Darfur, Sudan

11/06/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Statement from the Minister of International Development, Anne Beathe Kristiansen Tvinnereim and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Espen Barth Eide

Norway and EU sign Security and Defence Partnership

06/06/2024 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Defence

Today, Minister of Defence Bjørn Arild Gram, Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell signed an agreement establishing a new Security and Defence Partnership

Norway to provide NOK 10 million for reduction of methane emissions

05/06/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway is contributing to a new multi-donor trust fund established by the World Bank to help curtail methane emissions and natural gas flaring. Funding commitments have also been obtained from the United States, Germany, the United Arab Emirates and

Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on Gaza

01/06/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

I welcome the efforts for a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire in Gaza, presented by President Biden.

Condemns North Korea's failed satellite launch

30/05/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway condemns North Korea's attempt to launch a satellite on 27 May 2024.

Statement about Rafah from Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide

29/05/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'The development in Rafah is catastrophic and unacceptable. We have warned in the strongest possible terms against the consequences of an attack for the people of Rafah', said Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide.

Norway recognises Palestine today

28/05/2024 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘For over 30 years, Norway has been one of the strongest advocates of a Palestinian state. Norway’s recognition of Palestine as a state today represents a milestone in Norwegian-Palestinian relations,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth