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The Prime Minister's introduction at the press conference after meeting with the Nobel Peace Prize Laurate Maria Corina Machado

'I think this year's prize has a special significance by the very strong emphasis of the link between a democracy - and the way to freedom and peace. Not only between nations, but within a nation,' said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

By Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre Governmental Guest House

Norway Facilitates Peace Talks in Colombia

Norway has undertaken to facilitate negotiations between the Government of Colombia and the armed group El Ejercito Gaitanista de Colombia (EGC), together with Qatar, Switzerland, and Spain. The agreement between the two parties was signed Friday 5

The peace process in Colombia

Norway is a key partner in Colombia and supports the Colombian Government’s efforts to secure peace with armed groups in the country.

Women’s participation in peace processes

A key objective for Norway is to ensure that women are able to take part in peace processes and that the rights of both women and men are addressed in peace processes and peace agreements.

Israel – Palestine: A negotiated two-state solution

Norway has been actively engaged in helping to bring about a lasting solution to the conflict between the Israelis and the Palestinians for decades. The only solution that can prevent further wars is a political settlement that ensures

Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the UN Security Council resolution on Gaza

'I welcome the Security Council’s decision. It is important that the Security Council has endorsed the 20-point peace plan, which Norway also supports. It is crucial that the ceasefire in Gaza is respected and continues, and that work on phase 2 of

NOU 2025: 9 - Defeat – Norway in Afghanistan 2015–2021

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Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide on the recent announcement by Hamas

'Hamas’ announcement that they are willing to release all hostages is a positive step that could contribute to a final ceasefire. It is also important that Hamas, in their statement, signals readiness to hand over control of Gaza to an independent

Norway’s main priorities for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly

Instructions for the Norwegian delegation

The Venezuelan Negotiation Process

Norway has for some time been engaged in assisting the parties in Venezuela in finding a solution to the conflict in the country. These efforts culminated with the presidential election in 2024.

Norway’s engagement in peace processes since 1993

The following provides examples of countries where Norway has been actively involved in peace diplomacy and conflict resolution.

Philippine peace talks

Renewed momentum in the peace process - on 23 November 2023, the Philippine Government and communist movement signed a joint statement in Oslo setting out a shared vision for peace.

Norway’s efforts to promote peace in Afghanistan

In 2006, Norway decided to establish contact with the Taliban with the aim of encouraging the movement to take part in a political process with the Afghan authorities in power at the time.

Hallmarks of Norway’s peace and conflict resolution efforts

Norway’s peace and conflict resolution efforts vary depending on the conflict in question and the local conditions. However, there are certain general features that are common to all Norway’s peace diplomacy efforts.

Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the situation in Palestine

We will not lose sight of the ongoing horrors in Gaza, where the Palestinian population is clinging to life under hellish circumstances. In the face of further displacement, bombardment and starvation, new mechanisms for distributing aid have become

Statement of the Co-Chairs of the United Nations High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution

Statement of the Co-Chairs of the United Nations High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution — France and Saudi Arabia — and of the Co-Chairs of its

Oslo Forum 2025: All hands on deck – Mediation in a Changing World

‘The world today is very different from the forward-looking optimism of the 1990s. We are witnessing growing great-power rivalries and increasing isolationism. Core international norms and values are being challenged - not only by authoritarian

Government presents white paper on Norway’s peace and conflict resolution efforts

‘At a time when the UN Charter is under pressure and the threat posed by armed conflicts to global security is greater than it has been for decades, our work to promote peace and conflict resolution is more important than ever. For a small country

Meld. St. 30 (2024–2025) - Norway’s efforts for peace and conflict resolution in a troubled world

Meld. St. 30 (2024–2025) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Foreign policy address to the Storting 2025

By Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide Stortinget, 8 April 2025