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Norway extends agreement on medical evacuation from Ukraine

Norwegian assistance in the medical evacuation of patients from Ukraine to hospitals in Europe is in high demand in the EU and Ukraine. The Norwegian Government is extending its agreement with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) on the transport of patients

Norway signs framework-agreement for joint ammunition-procurement

On March 20st, Defense Minister Bjørn Arild Gram (Sp) signs a framework agreement which allows the European Defense Agency (EDA) to acquire ammunition on behalf of the signatory countries.

Submission of the report from the Expert Commission on Child Welfare to the Minister for Children and Families

Today, the Minister for Children and Families Kjersti Toppe received the Expert Commission on Child Welfare’s report with recommendations on strengthening children’s and parents’ legal protection in the child welfare service.

Norway increases support in aftermath of earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria

‘A large amount of aid has already been delivered but the scale of need following this terrible tragedy remains enormous. Norway is now providing an additional NOK 100 million in support for the earthquake victims,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs

Archives and documentation

Public and private archives represent unique and authentic knowledge about society, history and culture in the past and present. They document the interests and rights of individuals and various population groups, and are important for research and

Olje- og energiministeren besøkjer Telemark

Olje- og energiminister Terje Aasland besøkjer Telemark. Programmet ser foreløpig slik ut: Kl. 09.00: Frukostmøte med lokalt næringsliv om energiutfordringane på Notodden. Møtet går føre seg på Admini. Adresse: Hydros gate 16, Notodden. Kl. 10.45:

Time: 20/03/2023 All day

Norway congratulates the agreement in Ohrid, North Macedonia

Statement from Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 'The agreement in Ohrid, North Macedonia, is an important step towards normalization of relations between Serbia and Kosovo, and stability on the Western Balkans. Congratulations to Kosovo,

High-level meeting on Troll A platform

On Friday, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, and President and CEO of Equinor Anders Opedal visited the Troll A platform.

Norway to provide NOK 2 billion to support Ukrainian government administration

‘The Ukrainian authorities need our help to be able to maintain critical services such as education, health care and payment of pensions. We will make sure that this funding reaches them quickly,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

Remarks by Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre at a Press Availability at the Troll A platform

“It is a great pleasure for me to welcome the President of the European Commission and the Secretary General of NATO to the Troll A platform, welcoming you to Norway.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre The North Sea

Norway signs up to European battery initiative

The government has opened upfor Norway to join the enlargement process for the IPCEI EuBatIn battery initiative. 5 Norwegian battery projects are now part of the process. The membership will provide Norwegian companies access to funding, new markets

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, The King has appointed Ms. Samra Akhtar as state secretary to Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion Marte Mjøs Persen.

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre is visiting the Troll A platform

On Friday Prime Minister Jonas Gahr is visiting the Troll A platform off the west coast of Norway, together with the NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and the CEO of Equinor Anders

Norwegian Prime Minister met with President of European Commission

On Friday morning, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen had a bilateral meeting in Bergen.

New ambassadors from Georgia, Cyprus, Djibouti and Bangladesh

Four new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 16 March 2023.

Women’s Health Commission submits report

The Minister of Health and Care Services, Ingvild Kjerkol, received the Norwegian Official Report (NOU), titled “The Big Difference: On Women’s Health in Norway and Why Sex and Gender Matter” from the Women’s Health Comission.

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Norway orders six Seahawks for the Armed Forces

-The Norwegian government has decided to buy six new maritime helicopters. The first delivery will be in place as early as 2025. This will strengthen national control, the Armed Forces' preparedness and presence in the northern regions, says Defense

Reindeer husbandry

Reindeer husbandry as an industry, culture and way of life is unique, both nationally and internationally.