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Norway has introduced a price cap on Russian petroleum products

Norway has introduced a price cap on petroleum products from Russia and has incorporated this into the sanctions legislation.

New sanctions against Russia incorporated into Norwegian law

Norway has introduced a new set of sanctions against President Putin and the Russian regime. These sanctions mirror the EU’s ninth package of sanctions, which was adopted by the EU on 16 December 2022.

Norway tightens restrictions on Russian fishing vessels

The Government has decided that Russian fishing vessels will only be permitted access to three Norwegian ports, and that all Russian vessels arriving at these ports will be subject to inspection.

Sanctions against Russia are a necessary response to its brutal war

‘One year after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, it is essential that we maintain pressure on the Russian Government and its supporters. We stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and fully support their fight for freedom. Norway also

New sanctions against Russia incorporated into Norwegian law

Norway has introduced additional sanctions in response to Russia’s illegal attack on Ukraine. The new sanctions encompass restrictive measures prohibiting the transport of goods by road by Russian transport operators and access to ports of vessels

New Sanctions against Russia Implemented in Norwegian Law

Norway has introduced a new set of sanctions against President Putin and the Russian regime. These sanctions mirror the EU’s tenth package of sanctions, which was adopted by the EU on 25 February 2023.

South Sudan: Commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement

The following is the text of a joint statement by the Governments of Norway, the United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, the Netherlands, and the United States.

National One Health Strategy Against Antimicrobial Resistance 2024–2033

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most pressing health challenges in the world. Without effective measures, this problem will only intensify for future generations. Efforts to combat AMR are more important than ever before, both in Norway

Norway contributes to new donation of drones to Ukraine

'Norway has recently contributed NOK 700 million to a multinational initiative to procure drones for Ukraine,' said Norwegian Minister of Defence Bjørn Arild Gram. On 9 January, he attended a Ukraine Defence Contact Group (UDCG) meeting at Ramstein

Stricter subsistence rules for family immigration

The Norwegian Government is increasing the subsistence requirement for family immigration by approximately NOK 65,000. From 1 February 2025, the general rule will be that one must have an annual income of approx. NOK 400,000 in order to be able to

Norway is transferring Palestinian clearence revenues

‘I am very pleased that Norway, based on an understanding between the Palestinian and Israeli governments, is transferring USD 420 million, which the Palestinian government will use to cover expenses for electricity and fuel,’ said Foreign Minister

The Palestinian Authority has received crucial financial transfers from Israel

‘I am pleased that the Palestinian Authority this week received several major transfers from Israel with Palestinian clearance revenues. These funds are necessary to ensure that the Palestinian Authority does not collapse, that Palestinians receive

Expert group tasked with looking at how artificial intelligence can influence democratic elections

2024 is a historic election year. Never before have so many voters gone to the polls all over the world. At the same time, artificial intelligence (AI) is developing rapidly, which may increase the spread of disinformation and have an undesirable

APA 2024: 21 companies are applying for new exploration areas

The Ministry of Energy has received applications from 21 companies in connection with the announcement of the license round for the best-known exploration areas on the Norwegian continental shelf.

Palestinian Prime Minister to pay official visit to Norway

Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa is coming to Norway on an official visit on 14-15 January. This is the first official visit from Palestine since Norway recognised Palestine as a state.

Norway operates F-35s on biofuel

Norway is the first country to operate F-35 fighter jets using a significant proportion of Sustainable Aviation Fuel. 'A historic climate initiative that can strengthen Norwegian preparedness,' said the Minister of Defence, Bjørn Arild Gram.

The Norwegian PM’s introduction at a joint press conference with Palestine’s Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa

'I will here today also urge Israel to let UNRWA continue its operation. I would urge countries who have been hesitating in supporting UNRWA to step forward and do so', said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre

Prime Minister Solberg congratulates Prime Minister Albin Kurti

Letter from Prime Minister Erna Solberg to Prime Minister Albin Kurti of Kosovo.

The Norwegian Government's observations on the EFTA Surveillance Authority's preliminary assessment of some aspects amounting to a possible infringement by Norway

Read the letter/Les brevet. (pdf) Read the norwegain translation/Les oversettelse til norsk. (pdf)

SYNERGY Conference: Protecting Refugee, Migrant and Asylum-seeking Women and Girls

Dear Ladies and Gentlemen, a warm welcome to you all to this Conference on Protecting Refugee, Migrant and Asylum-seeking Women and Girls. This conference is hosted by the Norwegian Ministry of Justice and Public Security and the Council of Europe,

By State Secretary Erik Sandsmark Idsøe European Council Conference March 30, 2022