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20/12/2010
Press release
Ministry of the Environment
The Norwegian Ministry of the Environment is submitting proposals to prohibit four hazardous substances in consumer products, to the EFTA Surveillance Authority. The substances are found in a number of products such as crayons, toys, paint,
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17/12/2010
Press release
Office of the Prime Minister
In today’s session of the Council of State the King has appointed Mr. Morten Søberg (41), political adviser, Oslo, as state secretary to Minister of Finance Sigbjørn Johnsen. Søberg succeeds Mr. Ole Morten Geving who has been honourably discharged
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15/12/2010
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Foreign Minister has decided to upgrade the Palestinian representation to Norway. Since August this year several countries, including France, Spain, Greece and Portugal, have upgraded Palestinian representation.
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15/12/2010
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
At a High-Level Conference in New York 14 December 2010, Norway announced its contribution of NOK 325 million to the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) for 2011.
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15/12/2010
Speech/statement
Ministry of the Environment
There is an expectant atmosphere in the plenary hall at the UN Climate Change Conference on Friday evening. Patricia Espinosa, President of the Conference, is greeted with a standing ovation. Her proposal for a climate compromise is finally to be
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Former Minister of the Environment and International Development
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14/12/2010
Article
Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development
In October 2010, the Council of Europe has published Guidelines on transparency of e-enabled elections.
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14/12/2010
Article
Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development
In November 2010, the Council of Europe has published "E-voting handbook - Key steps in the implementation of e-enabled elections"
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13/12/2010
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Norway is increasing its funding to Sudan in response to the UN’s new appeal by NOK 30 million. This money will be used to purchase emergency relief supplies. Minister of Foreign Affairs Jonas Gahr Støre commented, “Sudan is one of Norway’s highest
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13/12/2010
Article
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Norway has had a formal human rights dialogue with China since 1997, with annual roundtables at political level and parallel working group discussions between Norwegian and Chinese experts from academia, public institutions and NGOs.
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13/12/2010
Article
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Human Rights Dialogue between Norway and Vietnam was formalised in 2003, and consists of political consultations on human rights and bilateral issues, as well as parallel seminars for experts.
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13/12/2010
Article
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Human Rights Dialogue with Indonesia was formally launched in Jakarta in April 2002, and is considered by both Norway and Indonesia to be a cornerstone of the bilateral relationship. The Dialogue consists of political consultations on state
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13/12/2010
Press release
Ministry of Petroleum and Energy
The Petroleum Price Board (PPB) has set Norm Prices for Norwegian crude oil lifted in the 3nd quarter of 2010. The Norm Prices are used as tax reference prices in the taxation of the crude oil producers on the Norwegian continental shelf and are set
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13/12/2010
News story
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
H.E. Dr. Salam Fayyad, Prime Minister of the Palestinian National Authority, will hold the lecture Rendezvous with Freedom on the Palestinian state-building process at Litteraturhuset 15 December.
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11/12/2010
Press release
Office of the Prime Minister
“I am pleased that a final agreement has been adopted at the UN Climate Change Conference in Mexico. This in an important step forward in the fight against climate change,” said Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg.
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10/12/2010
News story
Ministry of Defence
- The United States is our key partner in defence materiel cooperation. We want to target our efforts to enhance this excellent cooperation in the years to come, Minister of Defence Grete Faremo announced on 8 December at the opening of the
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10/12/2010
Speech/statement
Ministry of Defence
- Our industrial strategy is effective. In recent years Norwegian companies have succeeded in a number of foreign markets. This is primarily a result of the excellent technology and marketing efforts of the companies, said Defence Minister Grete
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Former Minister of Defence Grete Faremo
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10/12/2010
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Norway is concerned about the tense situation that has arisen in Haiti following the announcement of the election results on 7 December.
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09/12/2010
Speech/statement
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Jonas Gahr Støre, wrote the foreword in the Book on human rights and freedom on expression published by ICORN (International Cities of refuge network)- Nelson Mandela Forum 2010 (14th annual human rights celebration)
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Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Jonas Gahr Støre
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08/12/2010
Press release
Office of the Prime Minister
Today, Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg gave Norway’s main address at the United Nations Climate Change Conference. He highlighted two areas that are crucial for the further negotiations: climate change financing and the establishment of a
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08/12/2010
Press release
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Norway has this week renewed its funding for UNDP’s work in the areas of democratic governance, crisis prevention and early recovery, and environment and energy. Altogether, Norway is providing NOK 250 million in funding.