News and statements

27. Nov 2019 | Brussels

Exhibition opening: EEA and Norway Grants - Working together for a green, competitive and inclusive Europe

The EEA and Norway Grants exhibition was opened at the European External Action Service (EEAS) on 25 November, and showcases projects that contribute to reduce social and economic disparities in Europe.

30. Sep 2019 | Brussels

Multilateralism, peace and security

What can EU, NATO and the UN do to uphold and reform multilateralism in conflict prevention and crisis management? That was the question up for discussion at Tuesday’s panel discussion at Norway House.

12. Sep 2019 | Brussels

60 Nordic universities promoting research and innovation in Brussels

Just short of 60 university leaders from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden met in Brussels to demonstrate their joint commitment to the future of European research and innovation.

30. Dec 2019 | Brussels

Vacant position - Ledig stilling

EU-delegasjonen i Brussel søker personlig assistent til EU-ambassadøren. / La Mission de Norvège auprès de l’Union Européenne cherche un(e) secrétaire bilingue pour l’Ambassadeur.

23. Oct 2019

Norway steps up development assistance for promoting healthy and sustainable oceans

‘The world is facing major challenges, and a growing global population will need more food, more jobs and clean energy. The oceans can provide many of the solutions to these challenges, and we are therefore …

16. Oct 2019

Historical meeting of encyclopedias in Brussels

How can encyclopedias contribute to public education in a time of fake news and disinformation? The Great Norwegian Encyclopedia (SNL) invited encyclopedias from 16 countries in Europe and North America …

01. Jul 2019 | Brussels, Belgium

Research is key to sustainable development of the Arctic

On 26 June, the Mission of Norway to the EU together with the Research Council of Norway invited stakeholders in Brussels to discuss how Norway, as one of the leading countries in Arctic research, can …

28. Jun 2019 | Brussels

Sharing perspectives on student mobility

This week, Norway and the Netherlands joined forces in Brussels to discuss student mobility. What fuels and hinders students in going abroad during their studies?

25. Jun 2019

Norway to provide NOK 345 million for humanitarian mine clearance in 2019

Norway is maintaining a high level of support for humanitarian mine clearance in 2019, with an allocation of NOK 345 million. ‘It is difficult to say how many lives the Mine Ban Treaty has saved, but we …

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The high north

Large parts of Norway lie north of the Arctic Circle. Sound management of the abundant Arctic resources is high on Norway’s agenda. This requires global cooperation based on scientific knowledge and international law.

Climate change and the environment

Climate change and environmental damage are two of the most dramatic challenges facing the world today. Many countries are already feeling the effects of climate change. In our part of the world, the changes in the Arctic region are particularly dramatic and worrying.

Energy and marine resources

The growing world population will need more and more food and energy. Sustainable use of marine resources will help to meet this demand.

Peace, stability and security

The security challenges facing the world are becoming increasingly complex. Norway will meet these challenges through its strong commitment to NATO, its broad engagement in peace and reconciliation efforts and through international cooperation.