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05/04/2017
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
‘This year, Norway will provide at least NOK 2.3 billion in aid to Syria and the neighbouring countries. We are following up our pledges from the London conference in 2016 and giving substantial support to civilians affected by this horrific
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04/04/2017
Press release
Ministry of Defence
Norway has ordered five Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, Minister of Defence Ine Eriksen Søreide announced on 29 March in Oslo.
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31/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Finance
The equity share, investments in unlisted infrastructure, as well as guidelines for government bonds, are key issues addressed in the white paper on the management of the Fund in 2016.
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31/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Finance
- The Government Pension Fund represents our joint savings and is a key part of Norway’s fiscal policy framework. The Fund is managed in a transparent and sustainable manner. Both Norges Bank and Folketrygdfondet have performed well over time, says
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Web TV
31/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Finance
- Norway stands well equipped to face its future challenges. As a country, we have been lucky, and we have made wise decisions. The choices we make in the coming years must help to preserve Norway as a good country to live in for future generations,
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31/03/2017
Press release
The Office of the Prime Minister
Prime Minister Erna Solberg will lead a Norwegian delegation on an official visit to China from 7 to 10 April. The main purpose of the visit is to meet Chinese leaders and renew political and economic cooperation with China.
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30/03/2017
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The text of the following statement was issued jointly by the Governments of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and Norway.
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30/03/2017
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Four new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 30 March 2017.
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28/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Defence
The Government extends the mandate for the Norwegian military force based in Jordan. The task remains unchanged: To train, advice and support to local Syrian groups in their fight against ISIL.
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25/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
More than 20 million people in four countries are on the brink of famine. 'We are facing the worst humanitarian catastrophe in the history of the UN. Nearly 1.4 million children are at risk of starving to death. Norway is therefore increasing its
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24/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'The Government is stepping up its efforts to promote Norway's ocean interests. We intend to make sustainable use of the oceans a global priority,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende. This is the first time a Norwegian government has
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24/03/2017
News story
Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
State Secretary Ingvil Smines Tybring‐Gjedde presented Norwegian CCS policy at a seminar in the European Parliament on Thursday.
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23/03/2017
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Helsinki Treaty - the foundation of Nordic cooperation - was signed 55 years ago today. This anniversary is being celebrated with events and flags flying throughout the region. ‘Strategic Nordic cooperation is absolutely essential,’ said Frank
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20/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Norway has today launched a new development tool that makes it possible for children to learn to read in areas where schools have been bombed and teachers and families have been forced to flee. With the help of some of the world’s tech giants,
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16/03/2017
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
On 18 March, it will be three years since Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea. The international reactions to the annexation have been strong, and Norway stands together with its allies and partners in response to Russia's actions.
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16/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Finance
The Ministry of Finance has today decided to keep the level of the countercyclical capital buffer for banks unchanged. This is in line with the advice for Q1/17 from Norges Bank.
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Web TV
14/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Local Government and Modernisation
Norwegian Minister of Local Government and Modernisation Jan Tore Sanner and Minister for Nordic Co-operation and Norwegian Minister of EEA and EU affairs Frank Bakke-Jensen are seeking closer Nordic-Baltic co-operation on digitalisation. On 24 and
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Web TV
09/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Justice and Public Security
The Norwegian Government is strengthening the efforts to prevent and combat negative social control, forced marriage and female genital mutilation. An Action Plan consisting five priority areas and 28 measures was launched by Prime Minister Erna
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09/03/2017
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Norway is to co-host an international conference on the future of Syria and the region on 5 April in Brussels. ‘In order to be able to address the humanitarian needs and support efforts to find political solutions to the Syria crisis, it is
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09/03/2017
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'I urge Kosovo authorities to refrain from transformation of the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) into an armed force without a constitutional change and an inclusive political process,' said Foreign Minister Børge Brende.