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Norwegian involvement in the World Health Organisation

The World Health Organization (WHO) is the United Nations specialized agency for health. Norway has been actively involved in the WHO since the organization was established April 7, 1948.

The protection of civilians and health workers in conflict situations

Ensuring protection against violence, abuse and violations of fundamental human rights is a key part of the humanitarian response, both in situations of armed conflict and natural disasters. Protection has been identified as one of three main

The Law of the Sea and the High North

The Arctic Ocean is regulated by the international law of the sea, as are the other sea areas of the world. The 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea contains detailed provisions on the rights, duties and responsibilities of States to promote the

Guidelines on Norway’s human rights policy

The promotion of human rights is a key component of Norway’s foreign and development policy. As part of its efforts to ensure an integrated human rights policy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has published several sets of guidelines on different

Norway’s engagement in peace processes since 1993

Below follows an overview of places where Norway actively has contributed with peace diplomacy.

Joint statement on the situation in Myanmar

Joint press statement on the human rights and humanitarian situation in Myanmar.

Norway aligns itself with new sanctions against Russia

Norway is aligning itself with the EU’s 14th package of sanctions against Russia. The work to incorporate the sanctions into Norwegian law is under way. Norway is also aligning itself with the EU legislation that allows for profits generated by

Tighter restrictions on Russian fishing vessels enter into force

The tighter restrictions on Russian fishing vessels over 500 gross tonnage announced on 6 October will enter into force on Friday 14 October. From that date these vessels will only be permitted access to the ports of Tromsø, Kirkenes and Båtsfjord.

Norway to increase support to Ukraine and provide military equipment

The Norwegian Government has allocated up to NOK 2 billion for humanitarian assistance to Ukraine, and will provide military equipment such as helmets and bulletproof vests to the war-torn country. The Government will also align itself with the

Sanctions against Russia incorporated into Norwegian law

‘Today, the most wide-ranging package of sanctions ever imposed by Norway has been incorporated by the Government into Norwegian law. The sanctions are a response to Russia’s illegal attack on Ukraine and also an expression of Norway’s solidarity

Norway introduces additional sanctions against Russia

Norway has introduced a new set of sanctions against President Putin and the Russian regime.

New sanctions against Russia incorporated into Norwegian law

‘It is important to continue exerting pressure on President Putin and the individuals and entities who gain the most from and support his regime. We have now also incorporated the latest package of sanctions imposed by the EU into Norwegian law. We

International cultural cooperation

The Ministry of Culture and Equality is responsible for Nordic and multilateral cultural cooperation, whilst the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is responsible for bilateral cultural cooperation and promoting Norwegian arts and culture abroad.

Norges svar til Europarådet vedrørende ulovlig fangetransport

MOPAN Synthesis Report 2006

Assessment of UNICEF, ILO and the Asian Development Bank at country level

MOPAN Synthesis Report 2006 Assessment of UNICEF, ILO and the Asian Development Bank at country level 14.12.06 MOPAN (the Multilateral Organisations Performance Assessment Network) is a network of nine likeminded countries that are cooperating to

Aid for Trade - Norway's Action Plan

The Norwegian Government is committed to cooperate with developing countries in their efforts to achieve economic growth and poverty reduction through increased participation in international trade. Norway will make special efforts to ensure that

Peacebuilding – a Development Perspective

Peacebuilding – a Development Perspective The document in pdf.

United Nations Secretary-General’s Study on Violence against Children

United Nations Secretary-General’s Study on Violence against Children Key Messages Violence against children is not inevitable. It can and must be prevented. Every child has the right to a life free from violence. Violence against children can never

PRIO and CMI: Religious Civil Society in Afghanistan

Religious Civil Society in Afghanistan Research institutes: PRIO and Chr. Michelsen Institute (CMI) The project sets out to examine the role and significance of religious groups and networks in the development of Afghan civil society in the

Address at seminar on international cooperation

Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt gave the opening speech and participated in a panel debate on international cooperation in Pretoria on Wednesday 19 April. The seminar brought together academics, students, members of the diplomatic

By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt seminar on international cooperation hosted by the Norwegian Embassy in South Africa