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 You will also find outdated current affairs from the sitting government. In addition the archive contains documents where the content is no longer valid, such as expired circulars.
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Press release No.: 147/2005 Date: 13.08.2005 Norwegian Prime Minister offers condolences to Sri Lanka Prime Minister Kjell Magne Bondevik of Norway today sent the following letter of condolences to president Kumaratunga: "Dear President Kumaratunga,
Today, World Press Freedom Day is being celebrated with more than 100 events all over the world. The overarching theme for this year's international event is access to information and fundamental freedoms.
Practical information and program for the commemoration in the Government Administration Complex on 22 July at 09.30.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende has announced that Norway will allocate NOK 200 million annually to the fight against terrorism, organised crime, piracy and cyber threats.
'The civil war in Syria has resulted in one of the largest humanitarian crises since the Second World War. In the revised budget, the Government proposes an increase in Norway's support to Syria and its neighbouring countries of NOK 250 million.
Journalists wishing access to the media opportunities in connection with the talks must register at secretariat@csp.ge.ch and obtain a valid accreditation card. (17.02.06)
The Office of the Prime Minister has appointed Ms Sara Økland (20) as political adviser to Minister of Transport and Communications, Ketil Solvik-Olsen, from 10 June 2015.
Starting 29 June 2015, Ms. Iris Aunvik Tveten is appointed as
The South Sudanese authorities have decided to expel the UN Humanitarian Coordinator and Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General in South Sudan, Toby Lanzer. ‘The expulsion of Toby Lanzer is unacceptable, and we urge South Sudan to
On Monday 1 June the Norwegian Minister of Petroleum and Energy, Tord Lien and the EU Commissioner for Climate Action and Energy, Miguel Arias Cañete, met in Norway for the annual EU-Norway Energy Dialogue meeting.
The Co-Chairs reiterated their deep concern at the recent deterioration of the situation in Sri Lanka, condemning all acts of violence and calling on this to stop, at the meeting in Oslo hosted by Minister of International Development, Mr.
Human Rights Watch reports that it has found credible evidence that cluster munitions have been used in the conflict in Yemen. 'Norway condemns all use of cluster munitions,' said Foreign Minister Børge Brende.
The Office of the Prime Minister has as of 27 May 2016 appointed Ms. Ragnhild Berg Nilsen as acting political adviser to Minister of EEA and EU Affairs Elisabeth Aspaker.
Norway and the other coastal states to the central Arctic Ocean, Canada, Denmark, Russia and the US, have signed a declaration on research cooperation and measures to combat unregulated fishing in the international part of the central Arctic Ocean.
- Colombia's rainforests are unique, and Colombia is demonstrating political will to tackle deforestation. Our goal is to establish a climate and forest partnership by the end of the year, ideally together with other partners. Such a partnership
The content about Norwegian petroleum activities is updated. The website is also improved to give a better user experience and overview of contents, especially on mobile phones.
Norway has decided to allocate a total of NOK 35 million for emergency measures to address the migration crisis in Greece.
‘I deeply deplore the killings in Bangladesh, and my thoughts are with the victims’ families and loved ones. Bangladesh has a long and proud tradition of being an open and diverse society, but these killings pose a threat to freedom of expression.
'I am very pleased that a number of prisoners who have been prominent social activists and human rights defenders have today been pardoned in Azerbaijan. The work of activists such as these is essential for building a society based on human rights,
The UNECE Convention on Long-range Transboundary Air Pollution assessment report Towards Cleaner Air will be launched in Brussels 31 May 2016.
'I am deeply concerned about the situation of Nadia Savchenko. We call once again for her immediate release. The Minsk agreements must be complied with. This includes, of course, the requirement to release all hostages and illegally detained people,