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Norway's Prime Minister

The Norwegian Constitution of 4 November 1814 introduced the title “statsminister” (literally “minister of state”, while translated into English as “prime minister”) for the presiding member of the Government, according to Swedish practice.

Norwegian Prime Minister in Stockholm

Between 1814 and 1873 Norway’s Prime Minister was permanently based at the Norwegian Council of State Division in Stockholm, as this was where the King of Norway and Sweden resided. When the office of Governor-General in Christiania (Oslo) in 1873

Utsira Nord

Utsira Nord is located outside off the coast of Rogaland, and was opened for offshore renewable energy production on the 12th of June 2020. Because of the sea depth, the area will be built with floating offshore wind.

Norway’s main priorities for the 79th session of the UN General Assembly

Instructions for the Norwegian delegation.

Norway's work for cultural rights

Everyone has the right - and need - to freely express their identity, values, culture and ideas. This should be offered on an equal basis and without discrimination.

Norway’s main priorities for the 78th session of the UN General Assembly

Instructions for the Norwegian delegation.

Norsko a Úmluva OSN o právech dítěte

Úmluva OSN o právech dítěte z 20. listopadu 1989 představuje souhrn nejvýznamnější mezinárodně platných pravidel o právech dětí.

Meld. St. 23 (2015–2016) - The Management of the Government Pension Fund in 2015

Meld. St. 29 (2015–2016) - Financial Markets Report 2015

The white paper includes an assessment of the financial stability outlook in Norway, a discussion of a holistic approach to financial markets policy, and a summary of implemented regulatory changes in 2015. It also includes a review of Norges Bank’s

Meld. St. 32 (2015–2016) - Svalbard

Meld. St. 32 (2015–2016) Report to the Storting (white paper)

In the past, comprehensive white papers on Svalbard have been presented approximately every 10 years. The white papers have each contributed to guiding the archipelago’s development for a number of years, and the comprehensive review process has

Meld. St. 30 (2015–2016) - From reception centre to the labour market – an effective integration policy

White paper on integration policy. The white paper outlines how Norway's integration policy and measures should be organised to ensure that newly-arrived immigrants with refugee backgrounds enter the labour market or start an education without delay

How can you prevent your child from being abducted?

In an emergency situation, if your child is at immediate risk of being abducted, you should contact the local police. Call 02800. You can read more about this under Emergency situation. Is your child at risk of abduction? If you are afraid that your

Philippine peace talks

Renewed hope in the peace process - the Philippine government and the Communist Movement signed a joint vision for peace in Oslo on 23 November 2023.

The Combat Aircraft Blog - the Official Blog of the Norwegian F-35 Program Office

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Introduction programme

The goal is to give the individual basic skills in the Norwegian language and a fundamental insight into Norwegian social conditions and to prepare him/her for work or education.

Area focus

In some areas with major and complex social challenges, the state and municipalities have joined together to make an extra effort.

Supplementary benefit

The purpose of the supplementary allowance scheme is to ensure a minimum income for people who have a short period of residence in Norway.

Children moving or travelling abroad

Parental responsibility includes the rights and responsibilities of a parent in relation to the child or the property of the child. Special rules apply in situations where a parent and child intend to relocate to another country or to travel abroad.

The Expert Commission on Norwegian Security and Defence Policy

In December 2014, the Norwegian Minister of Defence tasked an independent group of experts on Norwegian security and defence policy to advice on the Norwegian Armed Forces’ ability to solve their most demanding tasks in severe crises and war. This

Norway and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child

The UN Convention on the Rights of the Child from 20 November 1989 (the CRC) is the most important set of international rules we have for the protection of children's rights.