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Norway strengthens global pandemic preparedness efforts
12/09/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsAfter more than two years of coping with a pandemic, Norway is joining a new initiative to strengthen global pandemic preparedness. The aim is to mitigate the risk and consequences of a new pandemic. ‘The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the
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Changes to Norway’s diplomatic presence abroad
09/09/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsIn 2023, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will increase the number of staff at several missions abroad, especially missions in Europe. Staffing at certain missions will be increased to provide greater support to the Norwegian business sector. At the
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Speech at International Day to Protect Education from Attack
09/09/2022 Speech/statement Ministry of Foreign AffairsThe keynote speech was held by State Secretary Erling Rimestad at an event to mark the third International day to protect education from attack.
By State Secretary Erling Rimestad Oslo, 9 September
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Keynote speech at International Day to Protecting Education from Attack
09/09/2022 Speech/statement Ministry of Foreign AffairsState Secretary Erling Rimestad's keynote speech when Norad marked the third International Day to Protect Education from Attack.
By State Secretary Erling Rimestad Oslo, 9 September
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Statement from the Prime Minister in connection with the death of Queen Elizabeth II
08/09/2022 News story Office of the Prime Minister‘This marks the end of an era. Queen Elizabeth was truly remarkable in her dedication and lifelong service to her country and its people,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
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Norway to provide further support for victims of Pakistan flood disaster
08/09/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs‘Norway is providing an additional NOK 55 million to alleviate humanitarian needs in the wake of the catastrophic flooding in Pakistan,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.
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Norway's support to Equal Rights Coalition and efforts for LHBTI+ persons
08/09/2022 Speech/statement Ministry of Foreign AffairsState Secretary Bjørg Sandkjær's greetings (by video) to the Global LGBTI Conference held in Argentina.
By State Secretary Bjørg Sandkjær 8 September
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Norwegian investigators to the International Criminal Court
08/09/2022 Press release Ministry of Justice and Public SecurityTwo investigators from the National Criminal Investigation Service (NCIS) will be seconded to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for a period of up to two years. The Norwegian Government is pleased that the Norwegian police can contribute to the
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Will donate Hellfire missiles and night vision equipment to Ukraine
08/09/2022 News story Ministry of DefenceNorway will donate Hellfire missiles to Ukraine. The donation includes approximately 160 missiles, launching pads and guidance units. Ukraine will also receive night-vision equipment drawn from Armed Forces inventories.
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Norwegian measures in the electricity derivatives market not needed now
04/09/2022 Press release Ministry of FinanceThe Norwegian authorities closely monitor developments in the financial power market, and are in constant contact with other Nordic authorities. The measures announced in Sweden and Finland may reduce the risk of distress in the Nordic financial
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Making the case for democracy
02/09/2022 Speech/statement Ministry of Foreign AffairsArticle by the following Nordic Foreign Ministers: Jeppe Kofod (Denmark), Pekka Haavisto (Finland), Thórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörd Gylfadóttir (Iceland), Ann Linde (Sweden) and Anniken Huitfeldt.
By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt 2 September
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Changes among the state secretaries
02/09/2022 Press release Office of the Prime MinisterIn today’s Council of State, The King has appointed Mr. Tomas Norvoll as state secretary to Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion, Ms. Marte Mjøs Persen.
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Opening statement at Nobel Peace Center freedom of expression conference
02/09/2022 Speech/statement Ministry of Foreign AffairsForeign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt's opening address at the Nobel Peace Center freedom of expression conference.
By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt Oslo, 2 September
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Norway to provide support to victims of Pakistan flood disaster
31/08/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs‘Norway is providing NOK 25 million following the catastrophic flooding in Pakistan for emergency relief and food security efforts to help those affected in this acute phase of the crisis,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.
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Statement on the violent demonstrations in Iraq
30/08/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway is deeply concerned by the violence following demonstrations in Baghdad yesterday. Norway joins UNSG Guterres' appeal for calm and restraint, urging all relevant actors to take immediate steps to de-escalate the situation and avoid any
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Opening speech at ONS 2022: The North Sea - the new frontier of energy transition?
30/08/2022 Speech/statement Ministry of EnergyMinister of Petroleum and Energy Terje Aasland held this opening speech at the Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) 2022 conference on 30th August 2022 in Stavanger, Norway.
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Norway to use NOK 2 billion to help procure natural gas for Ukraine
29/08/2022 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign AffairsRussia’s war on Ukraine is having a dramatic impact on energy security and the economic situation in Ukraine. The Norwegian Government is proposing to provide NOK 2 billion to help ensure that Ukrainians have access to natural gas in the coming
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Prime minister Støre's speech at ONS 2022
29/08/2022 Speech/statement Office of the Prime MinisterNorway will remain a stable, predictable, and not least, a trustworthy European energy partner.
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Nigeria and Norway strengthen partnership in fight against fisheries crime
29/08/2022 Press release Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries, Ministry of Foreign AffairsNigeria has signed up to the international declaration against organised crime in the global fisheries industry - known as the Copenhagen declaration. This took place on 24 August in the presence of Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Policy Bjørnar
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Norway introduces additional sanctions against Russia
26/08/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign AffairsNorway has introduced a new set of sanctions against President Putin and the Russian regime.