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Norway elected to the UN Security Council

17 June 2020 - today, Norway was elected as a member of the UN Security Council for the period 2021–2022. ‘We would like to thank the UN member states for the confidence they have shown in us.

Press Release - Date:20 June 2020

Norway provides funding for UN Migration Trust Fund

Norway is providing NOK 15 million to the UN’s start-up fund for safe, orderly and regular migration, the Migration Multi-Partner Trust Fund (Migration MPTF).

19. Jun 2020

International Day for Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict

19 June is the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. It remains a tragic reality that conflict-related sexual violence is being used as a tactic of war and terrorism in many countries around the world.

16. Jun 2020 | Press Release - Date:15 June 2020

Norway supports quantum leap for the UN Secretary General’s Peacebuilding Fund

The scale of violent conflicts the world is facing today requires a concerted international effort. The Norwegian Government has decided to provide 500 million NOK (approximately 52 million USD) for the …

16. Jun 2020

Norway’s statement during ECOSOC’s Humanitarian Affairs Segment in New York, 9-11 June 2020

‘Reinforcing humanitarian assistance in the context of the 75th anniversary of the United Nations: taking action for people-centred solutions, strengthening effectiveness, respecting international humanitarian …

19. May 2020

Norway for the UN Security Council 2021-2022

Norway is a candidate for a seat on the UN Security Council for the period 2021-2022. The election will take place in the UN General Assembly on 17 June 2020. Norway submitted its candidacy in 2007.

09. Jun 2020

Building Back Better with #BlueEconomy

Fourteen world leaders, including Norway’s Prime Minister Erna Solberg, propose a more resilient approach and investing in a more sustainable ocean economy

04. Jun 2020

Innovation, Technology & Digital Global Goods

Benefits of digital innovation are crucial to building a more sustainable world and reaching the Global Sustainable Development Goals. Norway therefore spearheads sharing innovation and technology in developing …

04. Jun 2020 | BOOKLAUNCH - Live on YouTube - 5 JUNE

Handbook for United Nations Field Missions on Preventing and Responding to Conflict-Related Sexual Violence

The Permanent Mission of Norway and the Department of Peace Operations with the support of the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, Office of the Special Representative of the Secretary-General …

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Values and priorities

Development policy and humanitarian efforts

Worldwide, 800 million people are living in extreme poverty, and 70 million people have been forced to flee their homes. We have a global responsibility to help people in need and contribute to long-term development and a more just world.

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.

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.