News and events

18. Jun 2020

Norway elected to the UN Security Council

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.

18. Mar 2021

Travel to Norway

In order to limit the risk of infections imported from abroad, the government further tightened non-Norwegian citizens’ entitlement to enter Norway.

11. Mar 2021

International flights to resume normal operations from May 17, 2021

14. Apr 2021

Norwegian Government to increase funding for climate change adaptation and the fight against hunger

‘Food production is becoming increasingly difficult, and more people are going hungry. We must focus more strongly on adaptation to climate change. The Government’s new strategy on climate change, hunger …

14. Apr 2021

Record-high Norwegian development assistance

Norway provided an all-time high of NOK 39.5 billion in development aid in 2020, which is 1.11 % of Norway’s gross national income (GNI).

07. Apr 2021

Increased funding for humanitarian efforts highlighting protection and food security

‘Norway is increasing its support for efforts to protect civilians, improve food security and provide humanitarian assistance to displaced people in countries affected by crisis and conflict, and is providing …

24. Mar 2021

Yemen: Norway welcomes Saudi announcement

'Norway welcomes the Saudi announcement expressing readiness for a nationwide ceasefire and a comprehensive political solution in Yemen', Foreign Minister Ine Eriksen Søreide said.

17. Mar 2021

UN Security Council: Yemen

Statement by Permanent Representative Mona Juul at the Security Council meeting on Yemen, 16 March 2021.

13. Mar 2021

Norway is the world’s fourth largest shipping nation

An increasing number of Norwegian shipowners chose to fly the domestic flag. Norway is currently the world’s fourth largest shipping nation measured by value. This is shown by recent figures from the Norwegian …

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Values and priorities

Arts and culture

Norway has a vibrant arts and culture sector. Today, as in the past, many Norwegian artists and other cultural professionals find inspiration beyond Norway’s national borders.

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.

Energy and marine resources

Climate change and the environment

The High North

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