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19/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende was taking part in the launch of the Nordic Microfinance Initiative (NMI) yesterday. This is a new Nordic cooperation venture involving private Norwegian investors and two state investment funds, the
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Web TV
19/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Finance
Today a mission from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) presented its annual assessment of the Norwegian economy and Norwegian economic policy.
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18/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
Today the Norwegian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy is awarding ten new licenses, consisting of 40 blocks in total.
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14/05/2016
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Norway supports UN trust fund for victims of sexual exploitation and abuse by UN personnel.
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13/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
Announcement of the 23rd licensing round awards.
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13/05/2016
News story
Ministry of Climate and Environment
In Brazil this week it was announced that the moratorium on soy will be extended. This is good news for the Brazilian rainforest, says Vidar Helgesen.
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12/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
‘The arts are a key element of the global exchange of ideas and opinions, and it is important for Norway to make its voice heard here. This is one of the Government’s priorities, and we are therefore delighted that Norway has been chosen as Guest of
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12/05/2016
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'We were horrified and deeply saddened to receive the news of Wednesday's terrorist attacks in Baghdad. I would like to convey my deepest condolences to the Iraqi people, who are so often the target of terrorist attacks. The attacks are a clear
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12/05/2016
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Three new ambassadors to Norway presented their credentials to His Majesty King Harald V on 12. May 2016.
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12/05/2016
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'Transatlantic ties are more important than ever as we navigate today's security policy landscape. Few countries have more in common than Norway and Canada - geographically, in terms of resources, and in what we believe to be important. Our
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11/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Justice and Public Security
The Government will ensure rapid and successful integration of immigrants, and puts forward a series of measures to promote integration.
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11/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Justice and Public Security
The Government will ensure rapid and successful integration of immigrants, and presents 69 measures to promote integration in a new White paper to the Parliament.
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11/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Justice and Public Security
By strengthening research, tourism and the general businesses the government will develop Svalbard further. This is revealed in the White Paper regarding Svalbard presented by the government today.
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Web TV
11/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Finance
“Lower demand from the petroleum sector has dampened growth and increased unemployment in Norway’s southern and western regions. The government proposes new targeted policies to boost employment in the most affected regions,” says Minister of
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11/05/2016
Press release
The Office of the Prime Minister
In today's session of the Council of State, the King has been honourably discharged Mr. Amund Drønen Ringdal from his office as state secretary to Minister of Transport and Communications Ketil Solvik-Olsen.
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03/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'I would like to congratulate Erik Solheim on his nomination as Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). UNEP will be gaining a deeply committed leader with long experience and extensive knowledge of environmental and
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03/05/2016
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
'In the coming years, the EEA and Norway Grants will primarily be used to promote innovation and growth in Europe through cooperation between Norway and the beneficiary countries,' said Minister of EEA and EU Affairs Elisabeth Aspaker.
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03/05/2016
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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.
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02/05/2016
Press release
The Office of the Prime Minister
‘The advance of ISIL affects our security. We are now stepping up Norway’s efforts by increasing our contribution to the international coalition against ISIL,’ said Prime Minister Erna Solberg.
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29/04/2016
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
“Together with my Troika colleagues, I welcome the long-awaited formation of South Sudan’s transitional government of national unity," said Foreign Minister Børge Brende.