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Changes among the political advisers

Ms. Eirin Kristin Kjær resigns as political adviser to Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms. Anniken Huitfeldt, as of 30 September 2023.

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, The King has extended the constitution of Ms. Synnøve Mjeldheim Skaar as state secretary to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

A greener industrial initiative for Norway

The Norwegian Government’s Green Industrial Initiative will guide Norway’s economy through its greatest transition in modern times. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, Minister of Trade and Industry Jan Christian Vestre, and Minister of Agriculture and

Norway to provide NOK 350 million to support work of International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement in Ukraine

Almost half of the population of Ukraine is in need of humanitarian assistance and protection. Today, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre announced that Norway will provide NOK 350 million to support the work of the International Red Cross and Red

Opening remarks by Prime Minister Støre at the Global Leadership Council´s meeting in New York

The challenge is of course to leapfrog the carbon-intensive economic model. The technology exists. But the costs are prohibitive for many developing countries. Hardware may be too expensive. Financing may not be available, and business models may be

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre GLC meeting in New York

The United Nations’ General Assembly: High Level Dialogue on Financing for Development

- Tax revenues are the cornerstone of long-term social progress. Collected and spent sustainably they are an investment for generations to come, said Prime Minister Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre New York

Many climate solutions to be found in the oceans

According to an updated report from the High-level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy, ocean-based climate solutions can provide 35 % of the cuts in emissions needed to limit global warming to 1.5°C by 2050. The report was presented at the

The United Nations’ General Assembly: The SDG Summit: The segment on Unity and Solidarity: Strengthening the multilateral system for enhanced support, cooperation, follow-up and review

- We must reduce risks. We must speed up investments in renewable energy. Norway will double its climate-related development funding by 2026 and support the transformation of food systems, said Prime Minister Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre New York

Global leaders coming together at a critical time

The high-level week of the UN General Assembly will take place from 18-22 September in New York. This is the world’s largest and most important political meeting place.

Prime Minister Støre visits Minnesota

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has been on a two-day visit to Minnesota, one of the US states with the closest historical and cultural ties to Norway. Some 850 000 of the state’s inhabitants are of Norwegian heritage. The Prime Minster had the

Prime Minister Støre’s speech to students at the St. Olaf College

"As we take down oil, gas and most importantly, coal, we have to build up wind, offshore wind, solar, in parallel", said Prime Minister Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Northfield, Minnesota

Changes among the state secretaries

In today’s Council of State, The King has honourably discharged Ms. Maria Schumacher Walberg as state secretary to Minister of Labour and Social Inclusion, Ms. Marte Mjøs Persen.

NOK 1 billion for civilian infrastructure and reconstruction in Ukraine

Norway is providing NOK 1 billion to support the World Bank’s efforts to maintain civilian infrastructure and to start reconstruction efforts in Ukraine. ‘Norway stands ready to provide long-term support to Ukraine,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr

The Prime Minister’s statement (by video) as we mark 50 years since the military coup in Chile

President Boric, People of Chile, Friends of Norway. Today, we remember a painful period in Chile’s history. On behalf of my country - Norway, I want to send you a message of solidarity to Chileans.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre

Changes among the political advisers

Ms. Maria Varteressian resigns as political adviser to Minister of Climate and Environment, Mr. Espen Barth Eide 14 September 2023.

Norway to donate air defence missiles to Ukraine

‘Norway will continue to support Ukraine’s fight to defend itself against Russia for as long as it takes. Ukraine urgently needs more military support and equipment, in particular air defence missiles and ammunition. Norway is providing the support

Norwegian funding to secure energy supplies in Ukraine

Russia is continuing its attacks on civilian infrastructure in Ukraine. That is why Norway has decided to provide NOK 1.5 billion to maintain gas and electricity supplies in Ukraine.

Prime Minister Støre’s statement at the press conference after meeting with Ukraine’s president Zelenskyj

- Today we discussed progress on your Peace Formula, Mr. President. Peace for Ukraine will have to happen on the basis on Ukrainian terms, no peace without Ukraine, no discussions without Ukraine, and the Peace Formula we have discussed several

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Kyiv, Ukraine

Norway to donate mine clearance equipment to Ukraine

‘Norway will continue to support Ukraine’s fight to defend itself against Russia for as long as it takes. Ukraine urgently needs more military support and equipment, and there is an acute need for mine breaching equipment. With this donation, Norway

Prime Minister Støre visits Ukraine

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre is visiting Ukraine today. The Prime Minister is participating in Ukraine's Independence Day celebration in Kyiv. Today also marks a year and a half since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24