News and press releases

60 countries now support the Norwegian initiative against fisheries crime

31/03/2023 News story Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

In 2018, Norway and eight other countries initiated a global ministers’ declaration against fisheries crime - known as the Copenhagen Declaration. Last week, nine new countries signed the declaration, which is now supported by a total of 60

‘Civilians must be protected’

18/10/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘I am shocked and deeply disturbed by the killing of hundreds of people at the Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza last night. Such an attack on sick people, children, healthcare workers and other civilians is intolerable. I wish to express my profound

Norway to increase support to enhance food security in crisis situations

31/10/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘Food production is crucial to people’s lives and livelihoods. At a time when the world is facing a growing number of crises, it is vital that we strengthen food security,’ said Minister of International Development Anne Beathe Tvinnereim.

New ambassadors from Kosovo and the United States

17/06/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Two new ambassadors to Norway presented their letters of credence to His Majesty King Harald V on 16 June 2022.

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

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.

New package of sanctions against Russia incorporated into Norwegian law

28/10/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway has introduced a new set of sanctions against President Putin and the Russian regime. The sanctions enter into force today.

Palestinian state-building project faces considerable obstacles

17/11/2021 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘Comprehensive, far-reaching measures are needed to reverse the negative economic trend in Palestine and strengthen the Palestinian institutions that the donors have been helping to develop for nearly three decades. I am pleased that the parties

Joint Statement on Increasing Violence in Myanmar

26/11/2021 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The following is the text of a joint statement signed by the governments of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Statement on the verdict against President Win Myin and State Councellor Aung San Suu Kyi

06/12/2021 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

“Norway strongly condemns today’s verdicts against President Win Myint and State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi. We are deeply concerned about the way the military regime seems to use the judicial system to silence its political opponents and how this

Norway conveys deep concerns to Sudanese authorities

18/04/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘It is extremely serious that the ambassador’s residence in Khartoum was hit by a shell on Sunday. We have communicated our deep concern about the extremely dangerous situation for diplomats in Khartoum to the Sudanese Government. We are asking the

Providing life-saving humanitarian aid to Syria

09/01/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution allowing the continued delivery of cross-border humanitarian aid from Türkiye into Syria. This will ensure that help reaches millions of Syrians in need of assistance. Norway and Ireland led the

Grave situation for Palestine refugees

26/01/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is in an extremely difficult financial situation due to a decrease in support from donors, high population growth and a steep rise in prices for food and

Fears of greater humanitarian catastrophe in Sudan

27/04/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The ongoing hostilities in Sudan have led to the temporary suspension of many emergency aid operations. ‘This could have catastrophic consequences for millions of people who depend on emergency aid to survive. I am deeply concerned about the

Norway providing support for flood victims in Libya

15/09/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘Libya has been hit by devastating flooding. Thousands of people have died and many more are missing or lost their homes. Norway is providing NOK 25 million for life-saving assistance in the northeastern part of the country. The funds will be

Statement on the Jeddah Declaration of Commitment to Protect the Civilians of Sudan

12/05/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'I welcome the Jeddah Declaration of Commitment to Protect the Civilians of Sudan between Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Joint Statement from the Venezuela Dialogue and Negotiation Process

17/10/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding signed on 13 August 2021 in Mexico City, the Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and the Unitary Platform of Venezuela have resumed the Venezuela Dialogue and Negotiation Process on

Statement by Foreign Minister Huitfeldt on airstrikes killing civilians in Myanmar

12/04/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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

Strong call for an immediate ceasfire in Sudan

21/04/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The dramatic situation in Sudan was on the agenda in a meeting of the African Union in Addis Abeba yesterday.

Norway strongly condemns Russian attacks

24/02/2022 Press release Office of the Prime Minister, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘Norway condemns Russia’s military attack on Ukraine in the strongest possible terms. This attack is a serious violation of international law and will have dramatic consequences for the people of Ukraine,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.