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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
29. Jun 2017

Intensifies engagement to promote stabilisation and resilience in Somalia

Norway launches its strategic framework for engagement in promoting prevention, stabilisation and resilience.
23. Jun 2017

Committed to the partnership with Brazil on reducing deforestation

Norway remains a proud partner to Brazil on reducing deforestation. Brazil's results in reduced deforestation 2005-2014 is one of the biggest climate measures ever.
09. Jun 2017

Our oceans, our future

For a week in June, the UN headquarters was all about the ocean. The first ever UN Ocean Conference was attended by most of the world's countries.
07. Jun 2017

The Sustainable Development Goals must be achieved in all countries - including Europe

'The Sustainable Development Goals commits all countries to make an effort both at home and abroad. The EU its 28 member states have an important responsibility in achieving the global goals', said Prime Minister Erna Solberg in Brussels 7 June.
31. May 2017

Efforts to fight against illegal fishing in developing countries

Illegal fishing is contributing to overexploitation of marine resources. Norway are now increasing our support for developing countries' efforts to combat illegal fishing.
28. Apr 2017

Norway candidate to The World Heritage Comittee 2017

Norway wishes to strengthen the World Heritage Committee’s efforts to promote a more integrated management of World Heritage properties.
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