Press release. Norway seeking increased international cooperation to deal with the coronavirus crisis

Widespread international cooperation is of vital importance in the efforts to alleviate the impacts of the coronavirus crisis. The Government is now considering a Norwegian contribution to the IMF’s Catastrophe …

17. Apr 2020

Norway & the Troika congratulates the people of Sudan on the one-year anniversary of the ouster of al-Bashir and his regime

Minister of Foreign Affairs Ine Eriksen Søreide congratulates the people of Sudan on the one-year anniversary of the ouster of al-Bashir and his regime. We recognize the efforts by Prime Minister Abdalla …

01. Apr 2020

Norway to contribute to new UN Fund to Fight Coronavirus

Norway MFA - Press Release

17. Mar 2020

Restrictions on Entry into Norway (COVID-19)

The Norwegian Government has implemented extensive restrictions on entry into Norway due to the spread of COVID-19.

16. Mar 2020

Reduced Services in Visa and Consular Section

The Embassy is reducing some of its services in the visa and consular section, to prevent transmission of the COVID-19 virus.

22. Mar 2020

Update. Reduced opening hours

Due to the lockdown announced by Sudanese authorities from 18 April, the Embassy has reduced opening hours 10:00-14:00 and encourage you to contact us per email or phone. For contact details, please see …

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Values and priorities

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.

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.

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

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

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