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26/08/2016
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'In the course of a few days, the parties in the Philippine peace process have reached agreement on issues that have blocked progress for many years. The agreement to recommend amnesties and a ceasefire is a breakthrough. It is also of crucial
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28/02/2017
Press release
Ministry of Transport and Communications
The Finnish Minister Mrs. Anne Berner, the Swedish Minister Mr. Peter Eriksson and the Norwegian State Secretary Mr. Reynir Jóhannesson have discussed the possibility of joining forces to facilitate the development of 5G, by establishing a
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12/02/2016
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is providing NOK 14.3 million for a project to reduce environmental risk in connection with oil and gas activities in northern sea areas.
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26/08/2016
Press release
Ministry of Justice and Public Security
Several of the legislative amendments adopted by the Storting in June are now being implemented, and more will enter into force this autumn.
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12/01/2017
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'I am pleased that a joint declaration of intent between Norway and Israel on research and innovation is now in place,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende.
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20/11/2016
Press release
Ministry of Culture
Norwegian Minister of Culture Ms. Linda Hofstad Helleland was Sunday elected to serve as Vice-president of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). WADA's Foundation Board was responsible for the election.
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16/02/2016
News story
Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
Today, the
EU-Commission presented its "Sustainable
Energy Security Package". The Commission
confirms that gas will remain important in the EU's energy mix in the years to
come. For Norway as a major supplier of gas to Europe, the package will have
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24/02/2017
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Israeli authorities have issued an order for the demolition of several buildings and other infrastructure in the Bedouin village Khan al Ahmar in the West Bank.
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08/11/2016
Speech/statement
Barne- og likestillingsdepartementet
Speech by Minister Solveig Horne at the conference Children's Rights in Alternative Care: "Walk the Talk!" in Paris 8.11.2016, organised by SOS Children's Villages International
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Web TV
14/02/2017
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Norway is co-hosting the Oslo Humanitarian Conference on 24 February, together with Germany, Nigeria and the UN. The deadline for applications for media accreditation is 21 February.
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05/02/2016
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'Colombia is one of the countries in the world that is most contaminated by landmines. It will be essential to clear the mines and other unexploded ordnances in order to enable many of the over six million internally displaced people to return to
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06/11/2016
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'The humanitarian situation in Yemen is catastrophic - 80 % of the population are in need of humanitarian assistance, and the situation is growing steadily worse,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende.
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15/08/2016
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'While the global importance of the oceans continues to increase, their sustainability is coming under threat. As a maritime nation, Norway can play a leading role in the vital efforts to safeguard the oceans through international cooperation. We
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15/12/2016
News story
Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
Greenpeace Norden and Natur og Ungdom (Nature and Youth) have filed a lawsuit against the Norwegian Government claiming that the award of production licenses in the 23. licensing round violates Norwegian law. The Government disputes this and has
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17/02/2017
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
In a joint statement the Troika (USA, United Kingdom and Norway) expresses its continued support to the African Union led peace process.
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13/12/2016
News story
Ministry of Climate and Environment
What is next for Colombia? The peace agreement is one of the first in history that put heavy emphasis on environment and sustainability as part of the peace building process. Today in Oslo, Colombia's Government share their plans on the way forward.
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04/02/2016
Press release
The Office of the Prime Minister
‘The crisis in Syria is having unspeakable consequences for millions of people in Syria and its neighbouring countries. The best way we can help is by providing direct assistance in Syria and the region. For this reason, Norway is now increasing its
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05/02/2016
News story
Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
- The main goal of the Energy Union is a climate friendly, efficient and secure energy system. Norwegian gas and renewables can play an important role in this respect, says the Norwegian Minister of Petroleum and Energy Tord Lien.
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07/02/2017
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
‘It is very good news that the Colombian Government and the guerrilla group ELN have now started formal negotiations. A lasting peace settlement in Colombia will not be possible unless the ELN are also on board,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs
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08/08/2016
News story
Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries
Norwegian companies who have pursued organic salmon production are experiencing challenges with export to the EU market.