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 You will also find outdated current affairs from the sitting government. In addition the archive contains documents where the content is no longer valid, such as expired circulars.
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“I cannot think of a candidate that better embodies the intention of Alfred Nobel: to forge fraternity between nations and reduce standing armies”, Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide said in his introductory remarks at a breakfast meeting
“The National Coalition for Syrian Revolutionary and Opposition Forces gathers the opposition groups that are fighting for democratic rule in Syria. In the current situation, Norway considers the National Coalition to be the legitimate
On Monday Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg will host a working lunch for EU leaders who will be in Oslo to attend the Nobel Peace Prize Award Ceremony.
"Norway gives high priority to the fight against the death penalty, and we oppose the death penalty in all circumstances as a matter of principle", State Secretary Gry Larsen said in her opening statement at the symposium.
In today’s session of the Council of State, the King has honourably discharged Mr. Roger Ingebrigtsen from his office as state secretary to Minister of Trade and Industry Trond Giske. At the same time, the Office of the Prime Minister has appointed
“I am deeply concerned about the violence we have seen in Egypt over the past few days and the increasing polarisation of Egyptian society. I urge all parties to show responsible political leadership during this extremely difficult phase for Egypt,
The Military Power Seminar 2012 Minister of Defence Anne-Grete Strøm-Erichsen
In Doha today, Norway’s minister of the Environment announced that Norway will contribute an additional USD 180 million (NOK 1 billion) to the Amazon Fund, based on Brazil’s impressive reductions in deforestation in 2011. Deforestation in the
From 5 December, internally displaced persons in 15 African countries will enjoy better protection through the entry into force of the African Union Convention for the Protection and Assistance of Internally Displaced Persons in Africa, also known
The Ministry of Petroleum and Energy has received applications from 36 companies by the deadline for applications in the 22nd licensing round on the Norwegian continental shelf. The Ministry intends to award new production licences before the summer
"Vietnam's economic growth over the past few years has been impressive, and the country has become a significant political actor in Asia. Vietnam is also one of few developing countries with concrete plans to significantly reduce greenhouse gas
On Monday 10 December Norway’s Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg will host a working lunch for EU leaders attending the Nobel Peace Prize Award Ceremony in Oslo. The economic situation in Europe will be on the agenda.
"The fundamental purpose of humanitarian assistance is to save lives, alleviate suffering and safeguard human dignity regardless of ethnic background, gender, age, religion or political affiliation. Funding for humanitarian assistance should be
“The global balance of power is shifting towards the south and the east. A number of countries are playing a more significant role due both to their economic strength and their international ambitions. In order to safeguard Norwegian interests
“The fact that the Israeli authorities are withholding the Palestinian clearance revenues in December is very unfortunate,” commented Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.
"The protection of medical missions in armed conflict is highlighted in International humanitarian law. The problem is not law, but the lack of implementation. The lack of both understanding and respect of the law", said Foreign Minister Eide in his
“I am deeply concerned about the Israeli Government’s reprisals against the Palestinians following last week’s vote in the UN General Assembly. The construction of a further 3 000 housing units in illegal Israeli settlements in Palestine diminishes
- This is truly a milestone event, and it marks an important step forward in ensuring both our future military capability and industrial opportunities for the Norwegian defence industry, said State Secretary of Defence Eirik Øwre Thorshaug after he
“Prime Minister Azarov’s visit has been a good opportunity to engage in a constructive dialogue on developments in Ukraine, our bilateral ties and Ukraine’s place in the context of European cooperation. I have also expressed my concerns about the
“I am delighted to see the overwhelming support the Palestinians have received for their application to become an observer state in the UN General Assembly,” said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.