Strategy for Norwegian engagement with African countries
Plans/strategy | Date: 19/08/2024 | Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Political, economic and demographic developments contribute to African countries’ ever-increasing importance in international economy and politics. To safeguard Norwegian interests, we must strengthen and further develop our relations as the world changes.
Norway's relationship with many African countries today covers a wide range of interests. These include security policy, multilateral issues, cooperation on solving global challenges - such as climate change, health crises and future food security - and economic cooperation with an emphasis on business, investment, technology and knowledge exchange. Development co-operation and humanitarian efforts remain an integral part of Norway's relations with many African countries.
The Government is therefore presenting a new comprehensive strategy for Norwegian engagement with African countries. The aim is to strengthen political and economic co-operation through partnerships based on equality, mutual interests, knowledge and understanding.
