Values and priorities

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.

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.

Peace, stability and security

The High North

Arts and culture

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News and events

13. Oct 2017 | Oslo

Increase in proposed aid budget for 2018

In the suggested state budget for 2018, the Norwegian government proposes, among other areas of focus, NOK 1.

02. Oct 2017 | New York

Norway at the 72nd UN General Assembly 2017

During the 72nd UN General Assembly, leaders from the UN's 193 countries came together to discuss the world's political challenges.

22. Sep 2017 | Kampala

Uganda – Norway Renewable Energy Forum

On Tuesday 12th of September, the Royal Norwegian Embassy in collaboration with NORWEP organized a renewable energy forum with focus on solar and hydropower in Uganda.

18. Aug 2017 | Kampala

Norway marks the World Humanitarian Day 19th of August

On Saturday 19th of August, we mark the World Humanitarian Day, a day where we pay tribute to people affected by crisis and aid workers who risks their lives in humanitarian service around the world.

14. Aug 2017 | Kampala

Music Workshop between Norwegian Producer and Ugandan Musicians in Kampala

From the 1-4 of August, Bendik Baksaas in collaboration with House of Talent, conducted a workshop on fusing electronic music with traditional Ugandan music.

21. Jul 2017 | Kigali

Honorary Consulate temporary closed

The Norwegian Honorary Consulate in Kigali will be temporary closed from 25th of July 2017

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