News and press releases

Burma/Myanmar: Joint Statement on the two year anniversary of the military coup

01/02/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

A joint statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union, and the Foreign Ministers of Albania, Armenia, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, the Federated States of Micronesia, Georgia, Ghana, Iceland, Liechtenstein,

Afghans in Norway: Joint statement after meeting in Oslo

25/01/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway hosted 23 January a meeting in Oslo between a group of Afghans from various sectors of the society and the de facto authorities - the first such meeting. The meeting was an opportunity to discuss pressing issues directly and to prepare ground

Syrian women’s group visits Norway

01/02/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Representatives of the Syrian Women’s Advisory Board visited Norway last week. Syrian Women’s Advisory Board was established to provide advice to the UN Special Envoy for Syria in the efforts to find a political solution to the conflict in Syria.

Statement by Foreign Minister Huitfeldt on the tragedy in Seoul

30/10/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'I am devastated by news of the terrible incident in connection with Halloween celebrations in Seoul. My deepest condolences to families and friends who lost their loved ones. My thoughts are with those affected by this tragedy', Minister of Foreign

Tigray, Ethiopia: Deeply concerned about the situation in Shire

17/10/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway is deeply concerned about the situation in and around the city of Shire.

Joint statement one year after the military takeover in Sudan

24/10/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

As the Sudanese people prepare to mark the one-year anniversary of the military takeover, Canada, the European Union, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Norway, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United

Norway to increase support for humanitarian efforts and government administration in Ukraine

30/09/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘The brutal war continues and Ukrainians are facing a cold winter. The scale of humanitarian need is enormous. We have proposed that NOK 2 billion of Norway’s support for Ukraine in 2022 should be used for humanitarian efforts and to help the

Norway congratulates the agreement in Ohrid, North Macedonia

19/03/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Statement from Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 'The agreement in Ohrid, North Macedonia, is an important step towards normalization of relations between Serbia and Kosovo, and stability on the Western Balkans. Congratulations to Kosovo,

Norway contributes NOK 250 million to FAO crises response

03/04/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway increases support for crisis response under the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The funding will enable FAO to rapidly help people maintain food production in crisis situations.

Statement by Foreign Minister Huitfeldt on the developments in Israel

27/03/2023 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'I am deeply concerned by the developments taking place in Israel. Things are continuing to deteriorate. Norway is following the ongoing judicial reform process closely and the Israeli authorities are well aware of our position. The demonstrations

Norway’s key leadership tasks in UN Security Council

14/01/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

In its second year as a member of the UN Security Council, Norway will co-chair the Informal Expert Group on Climate and Security together with Kenya. Norway will also continue to hold the subsidiary body chair positions it was given in 2021.

Statement on the attack on London Pub

25/06/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Horrified by the attack on London Pub. My heartfelt condolences and compassion to the victims, their families and friends.'

Norway concerned about the crisis in Sri Lanka

02/08/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

‘I am concerned about the food and nutrition crisis we are now witnessing in Sri Lanka. The grave humanitarian situation has a severe impact on women and children. Norway is providing NOK 13 million to address the acute needs,’ said Minister of

Minister of Foreign Affairs: Condemns Russia's attack on Odesa

24/07/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Norway condemns Russia’s attack on the port of Odesa', Minister of Foreign Affairs Annniken Huitfeldt said.

Statement by Foreign Minister Huitfeldt on Ukraine

20/09/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Norway condemns Russia’s planned referendum in Russian-occupied areas. Sham referendums will be escalatory and violate international law. Russian annexation of Ukrainian territory will not be recognised', said Foreign Minister Anniken Huitfeldt.

Statement by Foreign Minister Huitfeldt on the Russian escalation

21/09/2022 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'This is a serious escalation on the part of Russia, and we fear it will lead to further conflict and destruction', Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt said after president Putin calls up military reservists for war in Ukraine.

Statement on The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA)

02/06/2023 News story Ministry of Foreign Affairs

'Norway has decided to increase our contribution to The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) by 25 million NOK, to 300 million for this year', said Minister of Foreign Affairs Anniken Huitfeldt.

Sanctions against Russia incorporated into Norwegian law

18/03/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries

‘Today, the most wide-ranging package of sanctions ever imposed by Norway has been incorporated by the Government into Norwegian law. The sanctions are a response to Russia’s illegal attack on Ukraine and also an expression of Norway’s solidarity

Norway to provide NOK 200 million to support Ukrainian government administration

30/03/2022 Press release Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway has decided to allocate NOK 200 million (20 million euros) in funding to help the Ukrainian government to continue to provide critical services. The funding will be used to pay salaries for health care personnel, teachers and public sector

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.