News and press releases

Meeting of the international donor group for Palestine (AHLC): increased cooperation on economic issues

10/05/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘There has been increased cooperation between Israel and Palestine in recent months to find solutions to key issues relating to the economy, infrastructure and trade. However, there are still no political negotiations between the parties. Violence

Condemns Russia's cyber attack on satellite connections

10/05/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'We stand with our allies and partners, condemning Russia's cyber-attack on satellite connections in February. The reckless attack affected Ukraine and Europe as a whole, Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt said.

Norway to provide EUR 155 million to Syria

10/05/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘The conflict in Syria has been going on for 11 years, and the humanitarian situation is becoming increasingly critical. We must do what we can to help the 14.6 million Syrians in urgent need of humanitarian assistance and protection. Norway will

Additional NOK 100 million to help the Ukrainian government administration

09/05/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway has decided to increase its budget support to Ukraine to NOK 300 million. Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt announced the additional support during her visit to Ukraine on 8 May.

Statement on Taliban and women's rights

09/05/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘It is completely unacceptable that the Taliban is placing restrictions on women’s rights. I am deeply concerned by the announcement stating that women in Afghanistan must cover their faces in public, are not allowed to drive and can only leave

Joint statement on climate

06/05/2022 News story Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Climate and Environment, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries

The text of the following readout was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Norway on the occasion of Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry’s visit to Oslo, Norway.

Statement on terror attack in Israel

06/05/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'I strongly condemn the heinous terror attack in Elad as Israel’s Yom Haatzmaut was coming to a close, killing at least three and wounding several others. My thoughts are with the families and victims. To encourage and glorify such terror is deeply

New ambassadors from Niger, San Marino and Burundi

05/05/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Three new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 5 May 2022.

Increased support for humanitarian innovation

04/05/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘The gap between humanitarian need and available funding grows wider every year. Innovation is one of the keys to increasing the effectiveness of humanitarian assistance. We need to find smarter and better ways of working so we can provide

New sanctions against Russia incorporated into Norwegian law

29/04/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries

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 ambassadors from Austria and Guatemala

28/04/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Two new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 28 April 2022.

Norway to strengthen efforts to combat hunger and alleviate need in Horn of Africa

27/04/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘Some 20 million people are facing severe hunger as a result of drought in the Horn of Africa. Norway is therefore strengthening its efforts to alleviate need and prevent famine in Somalia, Ethiopia and Kenya,’ said Minister of Foreign Affairs

Norway to become member of International Solar Alliance

26/04/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘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

Foreign Minister visits Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh

25/04/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt paid a visit to Bangladesh to celebrate the 50th anniversary of bilateral relations. She also met Rohingya refugees who are now living in Bangladesh.

Increased humanitarian assistance to Ukraine and neighbouring countries

19/04/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘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

Continued increase in international and Norwegian aid

13/04/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Total development aid from Norway continued to grow in 2021, amounting to NOK 40.1 billion for the year. ‘These figures demonstrate our firm commitment, even in times of crisis, to reducing poverty in the world,’ said Minister of International

Defence cooperation between Norway and US essential for our security

08/04/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Defence

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

Foreign Minister: Condemns the attack in Kramatorsk, Ukraine

08/04/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'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

07/04/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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

Norway declares three Russian diplomats persona non grata

06/04/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Norway has decided declare three diplomats at Russia's embassy in Oslo persona non grata. The three individuals have carried out activities that are incompatible with their diplomatic status', Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt said.