Norway aligns itself with EU sanctions against Iran

News and events // 29/07/2010 //

Norway has decided to align itself with the EU’s further sanctions against Iran. “The decision is an expression of Norway’s support for the efforts of the international community to engage Iran in a binding dialogue on its nuclear programme,” State Secretary Gry Larsen commented.

Norway welcomes the Advisory Opinion of the International Court of Justice in the Kosovo Proceedings

News and events // 26/07/2010 //

Norway welcomes the clear advisory opinion delivered today by the International Court of Justice in The Hague on the question of the Accordance with International Law of the Unilateral Declaration of Independence by the Provisional Institutions of Self-Government of Kosovo (request for advisory opinion).

A Dance Tribute to the Art of Football - Jo Strømgren Company
Photo: Knut Bry

News and events // 19/07/2010 //

The Jo Strømgren Company presented their celebrated performance “A Dance Tribute to the Art of Football” at the international theater festival Clipa Aduma 2010 in Jaffa

Norway endorses strong criticism of Iran in the Human Rights Council

News and events // 16/06/2010 //

In the UN Human Rights Council today, Norway criticised the human rights situation in Iran on behalf of more than 50 countries. The joint statement was timed to coincide with the one-year anniversary of the controversial presidential election in Iran.

Norway calls for an international investigation of Israel’s boarding of the convoy carrying humanitarian supplies to Gaza

News and events // 01/06/2010 //

“Norway is shocked that Israeli naval forces have shot and killed civilians while boarding a convoy carrying humanitarian supplies to Gaza. I condemn this use of military force against civilians,” said Foreign Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

International Conference on Afghanistan

News and events // 21/07/2010 //

Speech by Minister of Foreign Affairs Jonas Gahr Støre

Positive that Israel has decided to ease Gaza blockade

News and events // 22/06/2010 //

“It is positive that Israel has now decided to ease the blockade of Gaza. In my view, the blockade is counterproductive because it directly affects the civilian population and undermines the forces on the Palestinian side that are interested in peace. Moreover, it does not serve to enhance Israeli security,” said Foreign Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

Norway supports the Security Council’s demand for a transparent, impartial investigation of the Israeli operation against the Gaza convoy

News and events // 02/06/2010 //

In a statement dated 31 May, the UN Security Council condemns the acts that led to the loss of civilian lives when Israeli naval forces boarded the convoy carrying humanitarian assistance to Gaza. The statement underscores the need for a prompt, impartial and credible investigation of the incident.

Norway and Indonesia in partnership to reduce emissions from deforestation

News and events // 27/05/2010 //

Norway and Indonesia agreed today to enter into a partnership to support Indonesia’s efforts to reduce emissions from deforestation and degradation of forests and peat lands. Indonesia will take immediate and decisive action to reduce its forest and peat related greenhouse gas emissions. Norway will support those efforts with one billion USD over the next few years.