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Future Norway Needs New Solutions and More People Working

Press release 09/08/2024

The government has today presented the report on Long-term Perspectives on the Norwegian Economy 2024, which discusses the main challenges for the Norwegian economy towards 2060. In this report, the government has set a goal to increase the share of employed individuals in the age group 20-64 from 80.5 per cent in 2023 to 82 per cent in 2030, with a further increase to 83 per cent by 2035.

Bilde av utenriksminister Eide på pressekonferanse

‘Consequential for our relationship with the Netanyahu government’

Press release 08/08/2024

‘Today, we were informed by the Netanyahu government that they will no longer facilitate Norwegian diplomats’ work in Palestine. This is an extreme action that first and foremost affects our ability to help the Palestinian population. It shows once again that the Netanyahu government is actively working against a two-state solution', said Norway’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Espen Barth Eide.

Gruppebilde fra Nato-toppmøtet. Flagg og statsledere stilt opp.

NATO agrees to provide extensive support to Ukraine

Press release 12/07/2024

The NATO countries have agreed to increase military support to Ukraine significantly. Measures approved by the Allies at the Washington Summit include EUR 40 billion in support within the next year, a greater coordinating role for NATO in training and weapons support, and the appointment of a NATO Senior Representative to head the NATO Representation to Ukraine.

Grått kartutsnitt av Europa med Ukraina framhevet i blått.

Attack on Ukraine

Russia invaded Ukraine on 24th February 2022. On this page you will find content about the war in Ukraine and its consequences for Norway.

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