Historical archive
Published under: Stoltenberg's 2nd Government
In the Historical archive you will find information from previous governments such as press releases, news and speeches from previous government periods. You will also find outdated current affairs from the sitting government. In addition the archive contains documents where the content is no longer valid, such as expired circulars.
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Traditionally Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa and Japan are not countries that Norway have cooperated extensively with in higher education and research. This is something the Government would like to change.
The United Nations celebrates the efforts of women's participation and influence in peace and reconciliation processes. Norway is represented by State Secretary Tone Skogen.
'Human rights are under pressure in many places in the world. At the same time, companies that integrate respect for human rights, anti-corruption measures and environmental considerations into their operations are more profitable in the long run. I
Today, 82 % of the world’s states have introduced a moratorium on the death penalty or have abolished it. ‘I’m pleased to see that the international trend is moving away from the use of the death penalty. However, there are some countries where this
Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende has condemned the terrorist attack that hit the Turkish capital Ankara today.
Norway will contribute up to 400 million NOK per year from 2016-2020.
‘I congratulate the Tunisian National Dialogue Quartet on winning the 2015 Nobel Peace Prize. The hope that was kindled in the Arab Spring is still alive in Tunisia,’ said Prime Minister Erna Solberg.
In the National Budget 2016, the government has proposed an allocation of NOK 14.25 billion to the Fund for Climate, Renewable Energy and Energy Transition. The new grant will bring the fund’s capital to NOK 67.75 billion.
The government’s overarching objective in the National Budget 2016 is to promote employment, activity and realignment. The budget contains proposals designed to boost Enova’s investment in energy and climate measures and the development of
The Norwegian Government proposes a 9.8% real terms defence budget increase for 2016, including a near doubling of funding for the F-35, a significant strengthening of the Intelligence Service and increased High North patrols.
The Government’s cultural policy is aimed at promoting a cultural sphere based on local participation. Culture is where the people are. Delegating authority to and strengthening the regions will thus continue to comprise an important part of the
In the National Budget 2016, the State’s net cash flow from the petroleum industry in 2015 is estimated at almost NOK 218 billion (constant 2016 prices). This figure includes direct and indirect taxes, revenues from the State’s Direct Financial
Next year, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will make some changes to Norway’s diplomatic presence abroad. The embassies in Astana (Kazakhstan), Sofia (Bulgaria), Lusaka (Zambia) and Harare (Zimbabwe) will close. Norway’s presence in Haiti and
'The Arctic is Norway's most important foreign policy priority. The Government will continue to give high priority to Norway's efforts in the Arctic in 2016,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende.
This year, the Norwegian Government is presenting a budget for employment, activity and adjustment. The budget proposals stimulate, therefore, focus on climate and environmental technologies and new green workplaces. Simultaneously, focus will be on
The number of applications from foreign nationals is growing rapidly. The government proposes to strengthen the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) by NOK 20 million compared to the consolidated budget in 2015.
Today the Government is presenting a budget for employment, activity and restructuring.
Lower demand from the petroleum sector is dampening growth and poses a structural challenge to the mainland economy. The 2016 Fiscal Budget promotes employment, growth and structural adjustment in the Norwegian economy through targeted tax
‘The Government is continuing to intensify its education efforts in countries affected by poverty, conflict and crises. We have therefore proposed an increase in aid for education of NOK 500 million,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende.
‘The Government is proposing the largest humanitarian budget ever. Acute, large-scale crises in the Middle East and Africa make this concerted effort necessary. Norway’s humanitarian budget is being increased by one billion kroner,’ Foreign Minister