News and Events

20. Feb 2020

Statement of the Chairpersons of the Women, Peace and Security Working Group

12. Feb 2020

Troika Statement

Compromise Essential to Timely Formation of South Sudan’s Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity

11. Feb 2020

Norwegian support for UN humanitarian aid efforts

02. Feb 2020

New Visa Rules from February 2020

Starting 2nd February 2020, the Regulation (EU) 2019/1155 amending the current Community Visa Code will enter into force. The visa reform aims to facilitate travel for legitimate travelers whilst maintaining …

02. Jan 2020

Troika Statement at the 50-Day Mark: A Progress Review of the Formation of South Sudan’s Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity

The text of the following statement was issued jointly by the Governments of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and Norway.

16. Dec 2019

Norway at the forefront of efforts to share digital public goods

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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.

Norwegian society

Modern Norway is characterised by a high level of welfare, gender equality and economic stability.

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