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Statement on the developments in Guatemala

‘Norway is concerned by the developments in Guatemala following last week’s elections. Like other international partners we encourage the Guatemalan authorities to respect the popular vote and the democratic will of the Guatemalan people, as was

Joint Statement by the Troika on Sudan and South Sudan

The following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Norway, and the United Kingdom.

Meld. St. 26 (2022–2023) - A changing climate – united for a climate-resilient society

Meld. St. 26 (2022–2023) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Concerned about new Polish law

I am concerned about Poland’s newly adopted law on investigation on Russian influence, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Norway pledges NOK 1 billion for protection of children in armed conflict

‘Norway will provide at least NOK 1 billion over the next three years to protect children living in situations of war and conflict. This is one of the most pressing political and humanitarian concerns today, and yet it remains one of the most

Closing statement at the conference on protecting children in armed conflict

Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt’s closing statement at the conference on Protecting Children in Armed Conflict, 6 June 2023. Norway hosted the conference that took place in Oslo, Norway.

By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt

International commitment to protect children in conflict

‘There is an urgent need to step up the protection of children from the horrors of war. I’m thankful for the commitments by states and organisations to better protect children in armed conflict’, said Norway’s Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt.

Protecting Children in Armed Conflict – Our Common Future

We must spare no efforts in seeking to resolve conflicts and establish peace processes that include children and young people. This means encouraging parties to conflict to end the violence and seek solutions, said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Video message

The Foreign Minister's opening speech at the conference on protecting children in armed conflict

Minister Anniken Huitfeldt’s opening speech at the conference on protecting children in armed conflict. Norway is hosting the conference that takes place in Oslo, Norway.

By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt

Norway condemns execution in Iran

'Norway condemns Iran's execution of three persons arrested in the wake of demonstrations last year', said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Statement at “Defending the Human Rights Defenders”

Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt's statement at the breakfast-meeting “Defending the Human Rights Defenders” hosted by the Nobel Peace Center May 16, 2023.

Joint South Africa-Norway Statement on the Anniversary of the Killing of Ms Shireen Abu Akleh

South Africa and Norway join the international community in commemorating the killing of Al Jazeera journalist, Shireen Abu Akleh, in the Occupied West Bank .

Statement from Foreign Minister Huitfeldt on Iran

'We strongly condemn Iran’s execution of Habib Chaab', said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Opening statement by Prime Minister Støre at the European Conference on Democracy and Human Rights

Ladies and gentlemen, I am very grateful for this opportunity to address this important conference. I am sorry I could not be with you, but I am happy to share with you a few ideas and inputs to your important discussions.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Video statement, Kristiansand

Foreign policy address to the Storting 2023

'Foreign policy does not have a long shelf life. When the world changes, so do our options for action', said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt in her address to the Norwegian parliament (Stortinget).

By Former Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt

Statement on hospitalization of opposition politician Babaryko in Belarus

We are deeply concerned by reports that Viktar Babaryko has been hospitalised as a result of being beaten in prison.

Statement by Foreign Minister Huitfeldt on the politically motivated sentencing of Vladimir Kara-Murza

'Norway condemns in the strongest terms the politically motivated sentencing of Russian opposition figure, journalist and human rights defender Vladimir Kara-Murza to 25 years in prison', said Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt.

Very serious developments in Sudan

The events in Sudan over the past 24 hours are dramatic and alarming. Tensions are rising, as clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continue to escalate. There are disturbing reports that

Statement by Foreign Minister Huitfeldt on executions in Iran

‘Deeply troubled by the increasing number of executions in Iran. Norway opposes the use of the death penalty in all circumstances’.

Statement by Foreign Minister Huitfeldt on airstrikes killing civilians in Myanmar

‘I am horrified by reports of new military airstrikes killing civilians including children in Myanmar’, says Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.