Historical archive
Published under: Stoltenberg's 2nd Government
In the Historical archive you will find information from previous governments such as press releases, news and speeches from previous government periods. You will also find outdated current affairs from the sitting government. In addition the archive contains documents where the content is no longer valid, such as expired circulars.
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“The Norwegian Government is making a historical commitment to promote better working conditions for people in developing countries through the ILO,” said Minister of International Development Heikki Eidsvoll Holmås.
The International Labour Organization (ILO) will hold its 9th European Regional Meeting focused on “Jobs, growth and social justice” in Oslo on 8-11 April.
The seventh meeting of the International Commission against the Death Penalty (ICDP) took place in Oslo on 15 and 16 April 2013.
“The World Bank’s new tools for eradicating extreme poverty by 2030 go hand in glove with Norwegian development policy priorities. This creates an opportunity for closer cooperation,” said Minister of International Development Heikki Eidsvoll Holmås
“I am concerned about reports that the two top church leaders in Aleppo, Bishops Ibrahim and Yazaji, have been kidnapped. We have contacted the leader of the Free Syrian Army, and asked them to do all they can to find those responsible and ensure
- Polio can be eradicated within the space of five to six years. Norway is to increase its level of support for efforts to eradicate polio to NOK 240 million (USD 40 million), Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg said.
The Ministry of Fisheries and Coastal Affairs proposes to change the rules of ownership control of the aquaculture industry. It is proposed to allow companies to own up to 40 percent of production capacity in the salmon farming industry. At the same
“Somalia is in a critical phase. Norway aims to support that the progress made so far is not reversed. That is why we are increasing our development assistance by NOK 150 million and strengthening our cooperation with the Government of Somalia,”
The Norwegian Government proposes tax changes from 2014 to strengthen competitiveness and profitability, and stimulate investments in the mainland economy. The corporate tax rate will be lowered, the tax credit scheme for R&D will be increased and a
“I welcome the news that negotiations between Israel and the PLO may be resumed. A resolution to this conflict is urgently needed,” commented Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.
“After more than 20 years of civil war, Somalia now has the best opportunity to create a lasting peace. This is why I travelled to Mogadishu to show that Norway stands side-by-side with the Government and supports its work to bring about a positive
“Norway regrets that the political process did not lead to a broadly supported solution for Egypt and that the army finally intervened, removed President Morsi from power and suspended the constitution. Norway has consistently encouraged President
The Norwegian Government is stepping up its efforts to combat deforestation. Around 40 % of logging in tropical forests is illegal. “The world’s “green lungs” need to be protected. The Government’s decision to triple its support for Interpol is a
Like many other countries, Norway has received information indicating an increased risk of terrorist attacks in the Middle East and North Africa in the near future. According to this information, Al-Qaeda or affiliated groups are planning attacks.
I am deeply concerned about Israel’s planned settlement construction in Givat Hamatos and Har Homa in East Jerusalem, as well as in the E1 area in the West Bank.
Norway is concerned about developments regarding the rule of law in Poland. An independent judiciary is a vital component of any well-functioning democracy and is essential for safeguarding fundamental human rights. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs
India’s Minister for Earth Sciences, H.E. Dr Harsh Vardhan, and Norway’s Minister for Climate and Environment, H.E. Mr Sveinung Rotevatn, opened the India-Norway Task Force on Blue Economy for Sustainable Development today. The two countries also
Press release from the Norwegian Technical Calculation Committee for Wage Settlements.
The main principles underlying Norway’s long-term engagement in the efforts to achieve a lasting peace between Israel and Palestine remain unchanged.
Photo: Torbjørn Tandberg.