News and events

12. Aug 2020

Norway condemns use of force in Belarus

‘We condemn the security forces’ use of force against protesters following yesterday’s presidential election in Belarus. This use of violence is unacceptable. We call on the Belarusian authorities to release …

17. Jul 2020

Visit Ukraine-Information and Rules

This official Ukrainian website answering key questions such as green/red countries, COVID-19-related restrictions and insurance for those who would like to visit Ukraine

18. May 2020

Joint Statement on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Спільна заява з нагоди Міжнародного дня проти гомофобії, трансфобії та біфобії

30. Mar 2020

Norway to increase support for vaccine development by NOK 2.2 billion (200 mill Euros).

Norway is to increase its support for the work to develop vaccines against the virus that has caused the current COVID-19 pandemic and against future epidemics by NOK 2.2 billion.

27. Mar 2020

Leveattester 2020

NAV sender hvert år ut leveattester til pensjonsmottakere og uføretrygdede som bor utenfor Norge. På grunn av koronasituasjonen vil vi ikke sende ut leveattester i 2020.

19. Mar 2020

Spørsmål og svar om koronautbruddet

Spørsmål og svar-sider fra departementer og øvrige myndigheter.

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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.

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.

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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