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New ambassadors from the Philippines, Canada, Nigeria and Mongolia

Four new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 2 December 2021.

Meld. St. 20 (2011–2012) - EEA and Norway Grants Solidarity and cooperation in Europe

Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt: Condemns attack in Burkina Faso

'I am shocked and horrified by the latest news from Burkina Faso', Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt said.

Norway strongly condemns North Korea's repeated missile launches

‘Norway strongly condemns the many missile launches by North Korea (DPRK), most recently on 2 and 3 November. Launching ballistic missiles is a violation of several UN Security Council resolutions and a threat to regional and international security,

Statement on the peace process in Colombia

‘Norway commends the government and the guerrilla group EMC-FARC in Colombia for starting peace negotiations,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

Norway to become member of International Solar Alliance

‘We need to increase the pace of the green transition worldwide, and the use of solar cells will be important in this context. This is why Norway is joining the International Solar Alliance. This will open up new opportunities for Norwegian

Joint Statement Marking Three Years Since the Military Coup in Myanmar

The following is the text of a joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States,

Statement on Sudan from the Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs

Three years ago tomorrow, the people of Sudan started a country-wide uprising for freedom, peace and justice. After months of determined and fearless efforts through peaceful protests - often led by women and youth - the revolution succeeded in

Statement on Sudan

Statement by Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt on the development in Sudan.

Norway aligns itself with EU sanctions against Iran

‘Norway has aligned itself with the EU’s sanctions against Iran, and we intend to align ourselves with the sanctions adopted by the EU today as well,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Norway deeply disturbed by decision to dissolve Russian human rights organisation

'I am deeply disturbed by Russian Supreme Court's decision to dissolve Russian human rights organisation International Memorial', Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt said.

Joint Statement on Sudan on the Occasion of Eid al-Adha

The members of the Troika (Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States) and the European Union extend their warm wishes to the Sudanese people on Eid al-Adha.

US-Europe Joint Statement on Afghanistan

Special Representatives and Special Envoys of the European Union, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States met in Oslo on 24 January 2022 to discuss the situation in Afghanistan, including sessions with

War against Ukraine affects relations with Russia

Norway is reducing its contact with the Russian authorities to a minimum as a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. This is in line with the actions of other European countries and allies. Cooperation that is essential to ensure Norway’s safety

Norwegian delegation in Afghanistan

A Norwegian delegation is in Kabul for talks with the Taliban, the UN and representatives of Afghan civil society about the serious humanitarian situation in Afghanistan.

Norway increases support for civilians in Sudan

‘The humanitarian situation in Sudan is catastrophic. More than five million people have been forced to flee their homes since the war broke out. Norway is now providing an additional NOK 20 million for food, water and protection to help civilians

Norway to provide further support for victims of Pakistan flood disaster

‘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.

Nigeria and Norway strengthen partnership in fight against fisheries crime

Nigeria 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

Statement on Ukraine

Statement on Ukraine by Foreign Minister Huitfeldt

Defence cooperation between Norway and US essential for our security

The Supplementary Defense Cooperation Agreement between Norway and the US has now been submitted to the Storting for consideration. ‘This Agreement provides a framework for further developing our crucial cooperation with the US in this area. Our