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Norway to receive more patients from Gaza

‘The humanitarian situation in Gaza is catastrophic. The health system is close to collapse and the hospitals that are still operational do not have the capacity to treat complex injuries and life-threatening illnesses.

Norway in New Partnership Deal with the WHO

On Friday 23 November 2018, Norway and the World Health Organization (WHO) entered into a new partnership deal adding up to more than NOK200 million (approximately USD23 million).

Syria at a critical juncture

Norway’s Minister of International Development, Åsmund Aukrust, visits Syria and announces that Norway is providing a further NOK 20 million in funding to support the UN’s humanitarian efforts in Syria.

World Toilet Day 2018

"When nature calls, we need a toilet. But, billions of people don't have one." This is the narrative of this year's World Toilet Day campaign.

Oslo Policy Forum: Disaster risk reduction is global priority.

The urgent need to close the global financing gap for disaster risk reduction took center stage at a high-level forum held in Oslo from 25 to 26 March, hosted by the Government of Norway with the support of the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (

UNAIDS PCB42 in Geneva

26th - 28th June UNAIDS hosted its 42nd Programme Coordinating Board (PCB) meeting in Geneva.

Norway hosting the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025

In an era of widespread global unrest, collaboration is crucial to promote and preserve an open, secure and inclusive internet.

Norway presents resolution on new technology and human rights defenders. Human Rights Council 58th Session.

‘New technology provides human rights defenders with tools to organize, spread information, and reach people. At the same time, many experience digital surveillance, online violence, and harassment.

Global Health on the Agenda

This week, Norway’s Minister of Health Bent Høie participated in the 71st World Health Assembly in Geneva. WHO celebrates its 70th year anniversary, and Norway supports the Assembly’s theme on improving health for all.

Statement by Norway at the Committee of the Whole, Ins/17, Second World Summit for Social Development, of the 353rd Session of the Governing Body 2025. (12.03.2025)

Press release - call for intensified efforts to promote global health

'Five million mothers and children throughout the world die every year from preventable causes.

Attacks on healthcare UNSCR2286

Two years after the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2286 on the protection of the medial mission, Norway continue to strengthen its efforts to prevent, document and respond to attacks on health care in armed conflict.