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Successful mediation retreat in Oman

04/12/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘Last week’s mediation retreat in Muscat, the capital of Oman, gathered participants with important insights on conflict situations and peace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). This is the first time a retreat in the Oslo Forum-series is

NOK 100 million for climate adaptation in the least developed countries

04/12/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The least developed countries are hardest hit by climate change, while at the same time lacking sufficient capacity and resources to meet the climate challenges. The contribution from Norway will reach those who need it most.

Norway invests NOK 350 million in 'invisible results'

03/12/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway is contributing NOK 350 million to WFP's flagship programme to improve crisis prevention. Early warning-based response to food insecurity and other crises reduces humanitarian needs.

Focus on forest conservation and oceans at Climate Action Summit

02/12/2023 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On 2 December, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre participated in the World Climate Action Summit at COP28 in Dubai, along with Heads of State and Government from Brazil, France, Tonga, Ghana and Indonesia. In his remarks, Mr Støre emphasised the

Battery initiative to promote renewable energy in developing countries

02/12/2023 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

In the course of 2024, a new partnership will devote at least USD 1 billion in a historic effort to integrate batteries into the energy systems of developing countries. The aim is to provide millions of people with reliable access to solar and wind

COP28: Norway to provide NOK 270 million to new climate fund

02/12/2023 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre announced at the UN climate summit (COP28) in Dubai that Norway will provide NOK 270 million to the new fund for loss and damage associated with climate change (Loss and Damage Fund).

Norway invests NOK 200 million in clean cooking solutions in Africa

02/12/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Over 2.3 billion people do not have access to clean cooking facilities and must use charcoal and other fossil fuels to put food on the table, putting their health at risk. Norway announces a NOK 200 million agreement that will give up to 3.6 million

Deeply regret that the ceasefire in Gaza is not continued

01/12/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'There has been unimaginable suffering for far too long in Gaza. The extensive warfare we have witnessed has taken a severe toll on the civilian population’, said Norway’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Espen Barth Eide.

Ministerial Council in the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) affected by Russia’s war against Ukraine

01/12/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Today, Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide is joining foreign ministers from most of the 57 OSCE participating states at the annual Ministerial Council being held this year in Skopje, North Macedonia.

Norway signs new agreements for climate adaptation with NOK 500 million

01/12/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

While global funding for climate change adaptation is declining, Norway is announcing new agreements for climate adaptation worth more than NOK 500 million, in line with the goal of tripling it by 2026.

COP28: Statement on Loss and Damage Fund

30/11/2023 Speech/statement Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Statement by Senior Climate Adviser Georg Børsting on Norwegian support for the new Loss and Damage Fund, Dubai, 30 November 2023.

Norway donates NOK 250 million to food security in Ukraine through the Nansen programme

30/11/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Today, at the food security summit in Ukraine, Norway will announce NOK 200 million to the World Food Programme, including the important humanitarian food programme "Grain from Ukraine". Additional NOK 50 million will be donated to the World Bank's

Continued strong Norwegian support for Ukraine's war of self-defence

29/11/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Ukraine is our top priority and will remain so for a long time to come. Norway will stand by Ukraine for as long as it takes', says Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

Norway congratulates Philippines on start of peace negotiations

28/11/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘I would like to congratulate the government of the Philippines and the communist movement NDFP on their decision to start formal peace negotiations. This is an important and timely step towards securing lasting peace in the Philippines,’ said

Norway to increase support for the Palestinians

24/11/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

In response to the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza, the Norwegian Government has proposed to increase support for the Palestinian people by NOK 470 million. This will bring Norway’s total support to the Palestinians in 2023 to more than

International tax co-operation in the UN

23/11/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Today, the UN voted on a resolution on global tax cooperation, with the aim of reducing illicit financial flows between countries and curb tax evasion. Most Western countries voted against the resolution, but Norway chose to abstain.

Foreign Minister welcomes a temporary ceasefire in Gaza

22/11/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Norway welcomes the agreement on a temporary humanitarian ceasefire and the release of hostages from Gaza. Both are crucial', said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

Troika statement on Attacks in Darfur, Sudan and the Need for a Cessation of Violence

17/11/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

November 17th, 2023 Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States (The Troika), condemn the escalating violence and human rights abuses in Sudan, especially attacks by the Rapid Support Forces in West, Central and South Darfur. These have

Foreign Minister meeting Ambassadors from Organization of Islamic States

17/11/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'I invited OIC ambassadors to discuss the situation in Gaza and the war between Israel and Hamas', said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

Foreign Minister talking to Qatar’s Prime Minister

17/11/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'I discussed with Qatar’s Prime Minister Al Thani Foreign Minister the need for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza', said Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide.