Foreign affairs
The main tasks of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are to promote Norway’s interests internationally and provide assistance to Norwegian nationals abroad. An important part of the Ministry’s work is to make sure that Norway ‘speaks with one voice’ in international forums. In this context, the Ministry works to coordinate the efforts of other ministries and give guidance.
Norway recognises Palestine as a state
‘The Norwegian Government has decided that Norway will recognise Palestine as a state. In the midst of a war, with tens of thousands killed and injured, we must keep alive the only alternative that offers a political solution for Israelis and Palestinians alike: Two states, living side by side, in peace and security,’ said Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
Latest news on the situation in Ukraine
An overview of articles - about the sanctions against Russia and Belarus, statements, speeches and press releases - on the rise in tensions between Russia and Ukraine and the Russian attack on Ukraine on 24 February 2022 is available below.
Latest on foreign affairs
What's new
- Prime Minister Støre met with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi News story 07/10/2024
- Norway increasing humanitarian support to Lebanon by NOK 80 million Press release 03/10/2024
- Minister Eide’s remarks at AHLC Ministerial Meeting Speech/statement 02/10/2024
- Statement by Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on the situation in Lebanon News story 28/09/2024
- Statement by Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide at the 79th UN General Assembly Speech/statement 28/09/2024
Documents
- Women, Peace and Security Guidelines 03/06/2024
- Norway’s Humanitarian Strategy Plans/strategy 15/05/2024
- Guidance note – a comprehensive approach to humanitarian, development and peace efforts (triple nexus) Guidelines/brochures 06/03/2024
- NOU 2024: 3 - Joint efforts against extremism: Better conditions for preventive work Norwegian Official Report (NOU) 01/03/2024
- A just world is an equal world Plans/strategy 11/12/2023
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs
E-mail: post@mfa.no
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