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Ukrainians in Norway need to register

Registration with the police is Ukrainians’ ticket to Norwegian society.

Ukrainian refugees will be granted an extension of the right to drive cars in Norway

“Ukrainian refugees must be confident that they can drive a car when they reside in Norway. We will therefore extend the duration of the validity period for Ukrainian driving licenses to one year”, says Minister of Transport Jon-Ivar Nygård.

Statement at IMF-World Bank spring meetings

Statement by Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Tvinnereim at International Monetary Fund (IMF) - World Bank spring meetings in Washington DC.

By Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Tvinnereim Washington DC, 21 April

Emphasis on responsible health and care services, including in the event of an influx of persons from Ukraine.

In order to be able to manage a very high number of displaced persons from Ukraine to Norway, the Ministry of Health and Care Services is proposing to allow for temporary changes to healthcare legislation.

Norway provides an air defense system to Ukraine

-The conflict could draw out in time, and Ukraine is dependent on international support to withstand Russian aggression. The Norwegian government has therefore decided to donate Mistral air defense to Ukraine, says Norwegian Minister of Defence

Increased humanitarian assistance to Ukraine and neighbouring countries

‘Russia is waging a brutal war that is having a severe impact on the Ukrainian people. Norway is increasing its support for the people in Ukraine and displaced Ukrainians with a view to enhancing food security, combating human trafficking, and

Important: Pets from Ukraine must be registered with the Norwegian Food Safety Authority

Ukrainian refugees arriving in Norway with their own pets must register these with the Norwegian Food Safety Authority. The state will cover all costs for tests, ID marking, vaccination, parasite treatments and quarantine.

Foreign Minister: Condemns the attack in Kramatorsk, Ukraine

'I condemn the missile attack on the railway station in Kramatorsk. Dozens of Ukrainians have been killed and injured. I extend my heartfelt condolences to their families and friends', the Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt said.

Russia suspended from UN Human Rights Council

Today, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution calling for Russia to be suspended from the Human Rights Council. A total of 93 countries voted for the resolution, 24 voted against, and 58 countries abstained. Norway was one of the co-sponsors

The Norwegian Government plans to increase national security, especially in the North

The security situation in Europe has changed. This means that emergency preparedness in Norway must adapt correspondingly. The Norwegian Government proposes allocating a total of NOK 100 million to counter foreign intelligence and complex threats,

The Norwegian Government is tasking the National Criminal Investigation Service with assisting in the investigation of possible war crimes in Ukraine by the International Criminal Court

Norway is among several countries which believe that the acts of war in Ukraine should be investigated by the International Criminal Court (ICC).

The Norwegian Government proposes several changes to rules to address the refugee situation

Today the Norwegian Government is sending proposals for several changes to rules out for consultation. This is part of the work to prepare to receive tens of thousands of refugees in Norway. The Norwegian Government wants to ensure that the rules

Consultation regarding adaptations and exemptions from the Child Welfare Act to handle the increase in refugees from Ukraine to Norway

The authorities are now planning for a large number of children to arrive in Norway at the same time. The current dispensation rules allow an increase in people in care centres. The services may become overwhelmed, nevertheless. The Ministry of

Norway to provide NOK 100 million to Moldova

‘Moldova, one of the poorest countries in Europe, has seen an influx of over 400.000 refugees and needs our support. We are allocating funding both for assistance to vulnerable refugees and to facilitate the efforts of the Moldovan authorities,’

Appalled by reports of atrocities in Ukraine

'I am appalled by reports of unimaginable atrocities in Ukraine, where Russia is withdrawing,' Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt said.

Security in a new security policy landscape

The war in Ukraine has dramatically changed the security policy landscape in Europe. The Government is proposing a number of immediate measures in response to the new situation.

The Norwegian Government proposes allocating a further NOK 200 million to increase digital security in 2022

Russia’s attack on Ukraine has created a new security policy situation, which also means that digital attacks against Norway have become more likely. ‘We must strengthen civil emergency preparedness against cyber attacks, and the Norwegian

The Norwegian Government wants to strengthen civil emergency preparedness

The Norwegian Government is following up its political platform regarding increasing emergency preparedness. The situation in Ukraine has intensified tensions and created uncertainty, making it necessary to implement civil measures quickly. Today

Mehl: ‘The first refugees from Moldova may arrive next week’

Moldova has asked Norway and a number of European countries for help to receive displaced Ukrainians, and the Norwegian Government will be transferring 2 500 Ukrainian refugees from Moldova.

Norway provides additional weapons to Ukraine

The Norwegian government has offered an additional 2000 M72 light anti-armour weapons to Ukraine.