Saddened by terrible news on a devastating earthquake on Java #Indonesia’s main island. My heart goes out to all who lost loved ones, the injured and all affected.
Norway stands with the Indonesian people.
-Foreign Minister
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Norway met de facto Foreign Minister Muttaqi in #Kabul yesterday.
Our new #Afghanistan Chargé Pål Bekken discussed human rights, including the grave situation for women and girls' education, anti-terror and the ongoing fight against opium production.
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Important 3rd meeting of #Moldova Support Platform. Moldova has been hit hard by 🇷🇺’s war against 🇺🇦. Commend strong 🇲🇩 government leadership in extremely difficult circumstances. In 2022, € 15M from 🇳🇴 to 🇲🇩 to alleviate energy crisis + humanitarian support to refugee response.
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Norway signs agreement to provide funding of 2 billion NOK to enable Ukraine to procure natural gas during the winter.
The funding will be channelled through the . Norway is the second largest donor to the EBRD’s work in Ukraine.
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Thank you @Badralbuseidi for a warm welcome to Oman!
Pleased to sign MoU on political consultations between Norway and Oman.
Appreciate our discussion on Yemen, peace & reconciliation and energy transition.
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‘Russia’s brutal war on Ukraine is felt everywhere. In the Middle East it affects markets, energy prices and food security. But the consequences of this war could also be an incentive for more regional cooperation’ - | #IISSMD22 go.iiss.org/IISSMD22
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A great pleasure to visit Bahrain and meet my colleague FM Abdullatif Al-Zayani for the first time. We discussed bilateral relations, regional issues, environment and human rights. #IISSMD22
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Today is #WorldChildrensDay 👧🧒👦 It marks the anniversary of the date that the #UNGA adopted the Declaration & the Convention on #ChildrensRights.
Let's stand #WithEveryChild to promote #Inclusiveness 🌎 Read inspiring stories about this years theme on #IFeltIncluded 🫂
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When meeting Yemen’s FM today, FM underlined that Norway deeply regrets that the Yemen truce was not extended. This has caused new uncertainty, increased the risk of war & suffering.
Norway fully supports efforts of UN Envoy Hans Grundberg
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Excellent conversation with H.E @AHuitfeldt FM of #Norway ,I underscored the importance of addressing Houthis’ threats to the maritime navigation and their sabotage attacks against oil facilitates in #Yemen.
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Norway appreciates this opportunity to discuss developments and challenges in the #MiddleEast, peace and reconciliation efforts. FM participating at the annual Manama dialogue in Bahrain this weekend.
Thank you and Bahrain for hosting #ISSMD22
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Great news!
#Colombia will endorse the #SafeSchoolsDeclaration. Endorsements of the declaration is an important step to better protect children from armed conflict.
I have great memories from my recent visit, underlining the close cooperation between Norway and Colombia.
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¡Felicitamos a #Colombia por el anuncio hoy de su adhesión a la Declaración de Escuelas Seguras! Representa un hito para garantizar la protección de la niñez afectada por el conflicto armado🕊️ #SafeSchoolsDeclaration
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Milestone for humanitarian disarmament! Norway and 80 countries endorse the political declaration to better protect civilians from explosives in towns and cities #EWIPA. 9 of 10 casualties from the use explosive weapons in populated areas are civilians. #StopBombingCivilians
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The Syrian people are facing another difficult winter. The Norwegian Government is providing an additional NOK 51 million to support humanitarian efforts to help the Syrian population, which is in dire need of assistance.
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Pleased to welcome Angola’s Foreign Minister in Oslo to discuss increased cooperation in business, #RenewableEnergy, transparency and #HumanRights, and sharing views on the global situation: Ukraine, Great Lakes and Central Africa - FM
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We welcome the decision to continue the #BlackSeaGrainInitiative.
We commend the efforts of the ’s and Türkiye.
A safe passage to the benefit of a world in need of grain, foodstuffs and fertilizers #FoodIsNotAWeapon
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I welcome the agreement by all parties to continue the Black Sea Grain Initiative to facilitate the safe navigation of export of grain, foodstuffs and fertilizers from Ukraine.
The initiative demonstrates the importance of discreet diplomacy in finding multilateral solutions.
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Norway strongly condemns Russia’s renewed and illegal attacks on civilian infrastructure in Ukrainian cities.
It is unacceptable. It will only cause more suffering for civilians.
We will continue our strong support for Ukraine’s fight for freedom #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦
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Norway applauds Liberia 🇱🇷 and Zambia 🇿🇲 for their important steps to abolish the #deathpenalty, and Malawi🇲🇼 for pledging to do the same.
More than 2/3 of countries around the 🌍 have abolished capital punishment in law or practice.
Join #AbolitionNow movement!
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Universal abolition of the #deathpenalty is necessary to protect human rights & eradicate discriminative justice.
51 states still apply the death penalty. We call for #AbolitionNow.
Join us for the #8CongressECPM in Berlin on 15-18 November 
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A pleasure to meet Nodjigoto Charbonnel today.
The Rafto prize is a recognition of your important work to build a peaceful and prosperous society that stands up against torture - that can bring more attention and visibility.
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The behaviour of Russian forces in Ukraine raises the question: Which Russia are we facing?
Read Foreign Minister 's opening address at the #RussConf 2022 👇
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Powerful scenes as President is back in Kherson. Important victory for Ukraine in its fight against Russia’s aggression.
Norway will continue to support Ukraine's fight for freedom #StandWithUkraine
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@ZelenskyyUa: “#Kherson – #Ukraine”
#StandWithUkraine️ #StandForFreedom
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I condemn the terror attack in Istanbul #Istiklal - killing and injuring innocent civilians. Our thoughts are with the people of Turkiye, and the families and friends of the victims. I wish those injured a speedy recovery.
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Karen Elleman from Denmark is the new Secretary General of the Nordic council of ministers.
will take up the role of Secretary General of the Nordic Council of Ministers on 1 January 2023.
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Universal abolition of the #deathpenalty is necessary to protect human rights & eradicate discriminative justice.
51 states still apply the death penalty. We call for #AbolitionNow.
Join us for the #8CongressECPM in Berlin on 15-18 November 👉 congress.ecpm.org
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Horrified by the news of an explosion in Istanbul today. Our thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones.
We stand with Türkiye during this difficult time
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We need a transformation of the world’s food system to reach the goals in the Paris Agreement.
For this to happen we must provide promised support to climate adaptation!
🇳🇴 will stand by its commitment - at #COP27
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Sustainable, renewable energy is fundamental to our future 💡but people without access to electricity in Sub-Saharan Africa is increasing.
This is why we must turn the tide! I am happy to announce we will increase support to SEFA & with up to 300 mill NOK.
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Good discussions and insights with Dr. in the margins of #COP27.
Very welcoming to see Egypt’s ambitions towards sustainable development and green transition including partnership with Scatec.
Also discussed human rights and human rights defenders -
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Norway🇳🇴 is one of the top donors to , & , and a humanitarian champion!
Your generous and flexible contributions help millions of people with life-saving assistance around the world.
#OCHAthanks
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Yesterday Norway signed NOK 28 million/approximately €2.7M for the Council of Europe partnership agreement with Tunisia for 2022 - 2025. The funds will help promote #HR, #democracy and Rule of Law in Tunisia.
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Inspiring session with youth representatives at #COP27! As a previous youth delegate I know how vital young people are in order to make progress.
Youth must be meaningfully involved in climate issues, both in negotiations and in development of national climate policies.
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– Financing renewable energy is not only about finance policy but also about developmental policy & making sure to avoid getting stuck with old fossil technology. The perceived risks are higher than the actual risk, said Tvinnereim, Min for Int Dev at Bellona pavillion at #COP27
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With political will, systemic change and enough funding we can still achieve zero hunger by 2030. We must invest in resilient food systems!
Glad to sign new agreement with : a crucial partner to enable this goal.
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Minister of intl development is ready for #COP27.
At this year’s summit it is vital to raise global ambitions to fight the climate crisis!
Norway’s main priorities:
Limit global warming to 1.5 target
Increase climate financing & support to climate adaptation 🌍
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– Urgent action is needed to keep the 1.5-degree target alive. Norway will deliver on our commitments. Let’s work together to move faster on ambition and implementation. speak at #COP27 regjeringen.no/en/id2946509/
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Norway supports transport of grain from Ukraine to Ethiopia 🌾
This makes able to ship grain donated by #Ukraine to Africa’s Horn.
Several countries joins forces in this challenging operation. It will help combat hunger in #Ethiopia & #Somalia.
➡️ regjeringen.no/en/aktuelt/nor
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Soon we could face global food shortage. This is unprecedented in modern history.
To resolve the multiple crises that the world is facing today, we cannot continue with business as usual. is a crucial partner to find solutions to these challenges
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Thank you Fatih Birol for vital discussions today!
As the 🌍 face multiple crises, we must step up as leaders and work smarter together. We must build on knowledge, innovation, cooperation and robust decision making.
The potential is a win-win-win for climate, food & energy!
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On the 10 year anniversary of the UN Plan of Action to #ProtectJournalists, reaffirmed 🇳🇴’s commitment to work for the safety of journalists worldwide & to #EndImpunity for crimes against them.
Norway increases its support to #SoJ2022
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I repeat our call to North Korea to refrain from unlawful and irresponsible weapons tests. The #DPRK authorities have a particular responsibility for resuming political dialogue.
-FM Anniken Huitfeldt
Read the full statement ⤵️
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