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Peace, stability and security

The security challenges facing the world are becoming increasingly complex. Political solutions are needed to end wars and armed conflicts. Terrorism and organised crime have to be fought across national borders.

Development policy and humanitarian efforts

Worldwide, one billion people are living in extreme poverty. We have a global responsibility to help people in need and contribute to long-term development and a more equitable world.

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.

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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News
11. Oct 2017

Anniversary resolution on Human Rights Defenders

20 years after the UN adopted the Declaration on Human Rights Defenders, Norway facilitates the resolution on Human Rights Defenders.
10. Oct 2017

Norway push for more Ombudswork for Children

Children's rights are on the agenda in the UN. Norway takes part in the global discussion in many ways, like independent institutions protecting children's rights.
12. Oct 2017

Increase in Norway's aid budget for 2018

Norway increases the aid budget for 2018 to a total of NOK 35.1 billion (appx. USD 444.1 million). The budget proposal is equivalent to around 1 % of gross national income (GNI).
06. Oct 2017

Kristin Lund the first female UN leader in the Middle East

Norway's Major General Kristin Lund has been appointed as the new head of UNs military observers in the Middle East (UNTSO).
06. Oct 2017

Prime Minister Solberg congratulates ICAN on Nobel Peace Prize

‘I would like to congratulate the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) on being awarded this year’s Nobel Peace Prize.
28. Sep 2017

Group of Friends of Preventing Violent Extremism

Norway and Jordan launches Group of Friends of Preventing Violent Extremism (PVE).
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