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Norway’s humanitarian policy

Annual report 2013

War and conflict again had an enormous human cost in 2013. Lives were lost, people were seriously injured and children’s schooling was interrupted. Millions of displaced persons lacked food, water and shelter. All this was the consequence of

Annual report 2018:  Implementing Norway’s National Action Plan 2015-2018

 Women, peace and security

This report concludes the reporting on the implementation of our national Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security 2015-2018.

Joint Statement, EI2-meeting in Oslo

The annual ministerial meeting for the 13 countries in the European Intervention Initiative (EI2) took place in Oslo 7th of December 2022. This joint statement was issued.

Increasing the capacity for explosive ordnance disposal in Ukraine

Norway will provide instructors as part of a multinational effort to provide training on Explosive Ordnance Disposal to Ukrainian military personnel, Norwegian Defense Minister Bjørn Arild Gram (Sp) said during the international meeting for support

New air surveillance radars to the Norwegian Armed Forces

The Norwegian Defence Material Agency (NDMA) signed a contract with Lockheed Martin on 17 of November 2022 for delivery of eight military air surveillance radars with an option for three additional radars.

Norway signs record agreement for F-35-missiles

- This is a very important agreement both for Norway’s defensive capabilities and US-Norwegian defence cooperation, says Minister of Defence Bjørn Arild Gram.

Norway increases humanitarian support to Syria

The Norwegian Government is providing an additional NOK 51 million to support humanitarian efforts to help the Syrian population, which is in dire need of assistance.

Norway increases support for civilians in Afghanistan

‘I am deeply concerned about the situation in Afghanistan. Norway is now providing NOK 220 million to the UN and the World Bank to support their efforts to enhance food security and ensure the provision of basic services such as health and education

Milestone for humanitarian work in conflict

‘The new Security Council resolution on humanitarian exemptions in UN sanction regimes will help save lives and alleviate suffering of people living where there’s armed conflict’, says Norway’s Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt.

Norway condemns execution in Iran

'Norway condemns the execution by Iran of one of the detainees that were arrested during the ongoing protests', Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt said.

Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Tvinnereim: Norway to provide NOK 500 million to UN fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises

‘Safeguarding education in situations of crisis and conflict is a priority area for the Norwegian Government. Education Cannot Wait is one of our most important partners in these efforts. Our cooperation has been extremely constructive, and Norway

Norway with comprehensive tanks-package to Ukraine

-Norway will donate 8 tanks and up to 4 special purpose tanks to Ukraine. We are also earmarking funds to ammunition and spare parts, says Minister of Defence Bjørn Arild Gram.

Norway providing substantial support for earthquake victims

‘The earthquake disaster in Türkiye and Syria has caused immense suffering and widespread destruction. A large amount of aid has been delivered and is making a real difference,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Statement by Foreign Minister on Belarus

"Another day, another attempt by the Belarus repressive apparatus to discredit the democratic opposition in exile. The sentencing of Tsihanouskaya, Lathuska, Moroz, Kavalkova and Dylevski has no credibility. We stand with all brave Belarusians

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 150 million to earthquake victims

‘Norway is providing NOK 150 million in funding to the UN, the Red Cross and the major Norwegian humanitarian organisations for relief efforts in the areas hit by the earthquake, in both Türkiye and Syria,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

Offers advanced training for Ukrainian soldiers in Norway

- Norway will train Ukrainian soldiers as medical specialist, junior officers and snipers, says Minister of Defense, Bjørn Arild Gram.

Joint statement on Sudan

Statement by Special Envoys and representatives from France, Germany, Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union on Sudan.

Norway sends transport plane to Türkiye to help with evacuation and transport

The Norwegian Armed Forces sends a C-130J Hercules transport aircraft to Türkiye to assist in the medical evacuation of injured people and transport of emergency aid, after the devastating earthquake.

Arendalsuka: Opportunities for Norway in India

“Already, more than 120 Norwegian companies are active in India. The value of our bilateral trade has doubled over the last two years. We have a strong foundation for future cooperation, but there are ample opportunities to do more”, Foreign

By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt