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Oslo Energy Forum 2023

Minister of Petroleum and Energy Terje Aasland spoke at the Oslo Energy Forum on the 15th of february 2023.

By Minister of Energy Terje Aasland

Norway and Ukraine agree on security assurances

Norway and Ukraine have concluded negotiations on a bilateral agreement on security assurances. Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide announced the conclusion of the negotiations after his meeting with President Zelensky in Kyiv today.

Extension of collective protection for Ukrainians

The Ministry of Justice and Public Security today presented a proposal to the Storting for amendments to the Immigration Act. The Bill proposes an increase in the period for which temporary collective protection can be granted, from the current

Increased Knowledge for a More Sustainable Tourism Industry

The tourism industry faces many of the same challenges as other sectors but is characterized by relatively little research and innovation. Therefore, the Tourism 2030 strategy group was commissioned by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries

Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the attacks against Israel

I condemn the illegal and dangerous Iranian attack underway against Israel. This will further deteriorate an already extremely volatile situation. We must prevent further escalation of violence in the Middle East. I call upon all parties to exercise

Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Espen Barth Eide, on Israeli settlements

The recent decisions by the Government of Israel to "legalize" five settlement outposts, to declare 12 700 dunams as “state lands”, and to advance the approval of 6016 housing units in dozens of settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory, are

Norway donates mortar ammunition to Ukraine

'Ukraine's need for firepower is extensive and urgent. After dialogue with the Norwegian Armed Forces, we have assessed what we can do further donations from the Norwegian Armed Forces' stockpiles, which can quickly be transferred to Ukraine to help

Finland and Norway sign a Memorandum of Understanding

Norway’s Minister of Defence Bjørn Arild Gram and Finland’s Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen signed a Memorandum of Understanding on defence cooperation between the two countries in Bodø, Norway, on 20 June 2024.

Remarks from the Norwegian Prime Minister after Iran’s attack on Israel

Norway condems Iran’s illegal and dangerous attack on Israel.

Revised National Budget: Boosting access to diabetes medications and reducing national insurance user fees

The government’s revised national budget contains proposals for individual grants for the diabetes medication Rybelsus and the rationing of Ozempic in pharmacies.

Statement from Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide on the Announcement of the Conclusion of Negotiations for the Agreement on Climate Change, Trade and Sustainability

It is with appreciation that Norway notes the conclusion of the Agreement on Climate Change, Trade and Sustainability (ACCTS). We offer our sincerest gratitude to our negotiating partners Costa Rica, Iceland, New Zealand, and Switzerland for

Restricting the possibilities of entry for Russian citizens

The government is now further restricting the opportunity for entry to Norway for the purpose of tourism. The change will be in effect as of 29 May.

Agreement will significantly expand production of Norwegian artillery ammunition

At the request of the Government, the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency has entered into an agreement with the aerospace and defence company Nammo that paves the way for a significant increase in the production of artillery ammunition and missiles.

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre`s statement at the European Political Community meeting in Prague

Prime Minister Fiala, President Zelensky, colleagues and friends. It is great to be here in Prague. In this extraordinary building. In this beautiful city. To meet with friends and allies. To come together at a time of great difficulty for our

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre European Political Community meeting in Prague

Norway-Croatia - 30 years of bilateral relations

The post was to have been held at a seminar at the Norwegian Institute of Foreign Policy (Nupi) on 1 March, which marked 30 years of bilateral relations between Norway and Croatia. However, the Foreign Minister had to cancel her participation in the

By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt Oslo, 1 March

Minister Eide’s Statement on the occasion of the signing of MoU between Norway and Indonesia

Minister Eide’s Statement on the occasion of the signing of Memorandum of Understanding between Norway and Indonesia on Partnership in Support of Indonesia’s Efforts to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Forestry and Other Land Use (FOLU). Jakarta

By Minister of climate and environment Espen Barth Eide

Speech at a reception in Juba

Speech at a reception for NGOs and co-partners in Juba, South Sudan, by Minister of International Development, Anne Beathe Tvinnereim.

By Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Tvinnereim Juba, 4 April

Statement at debate on food security and nutrition

Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Tvinnereim's statement at a debate on food security and nutrition at the Continental Humanitarian Summit, Malabo, Equatorial Guinea 26 May.

By Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Tvinnereim Malabo, 26 May

Prime Minister's statement at a digital Major Economies Forum on Energy and Climate-meeting

Mr. President, Excellencies, our agreement in Glasgow was clear: We must urgently strengthen efforts to stay below 1.5 degrees. We must revisit our NDCs and strengthen them if they are not aligned with the Paris Agreement. We must increase

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre

Statement at the Ministerial Conference Uniting for Global Food Security

Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Tvinnereim’s statement at the Ministerial Conference Uniting for Global Food Security.

By Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Tvinnereim Berlin, 24 June