Geir O. Pedersen @GeirOPedersen Twitter profile

Last Seen Profiles

@DragVisa

@VISTAToday

@KingsIoPPN

@ituki_dm2

@engbil

@usukeimada

@tk_had

@ECHO_HOH

@YANMAH_

@yodominguez

@jon_bois

@enstituistanbul

@readme_media

@cryptovoxels

@clemencia_fe

@sekaibunko

@INF0IBAI

@Ka_0896

@futabayasu

@JBLaudio

@saffu2130

@bossladylilyy

@GrandpaFactory

@KyndThe

@CoachBOdom

@WakiliEdward

@ChefFattyMac

@lilmermaidxx

@sprklelikebowie

@SleeptimusPRIME

@knoxrob1

@UnderTheMayo

@PJMcChocolate

@arxxxxmand

@MekenzieRogers1

@shotta_gooner

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

5 years

It's been a great pleasure to meet with my staff in Geneva today as I start my work as @UN Special Envoy for Syria. Follow our efforts for a peaceful and sustainable solution on @UNEnvoySyria .

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

5 years

SE: Honoured to assume duties in service of Syrian people and their aspirations for peace. As directed by SG, will provide good offices, work for peaceful solution & implementation of SCR2254. Looking forward to consulting broadly with concerned parties within & outside Syria

7

54

106

17

43

169

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

4 years

Without a joint effort it will not be possible to suppress COVID-19 in Syria. Read my appeal:

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

4 years

. @GeirOPedersen Today, I am appealing for a complete, immediate nationwide ceasefire throughout Syria to enable an all-out-effort to suppress COVID-19 in Syria. Syrians are acutely vulnerable to COVID-19. Statement:

11

83

113

8

39

130

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

5 years

Very pleased that we were able to come to an agreement on the full package on the Constitutional Committee. Looking forward to convene the committee in Geneva in the near future.

UN Spokesperson

@UN_Spokesperson

5 years

I strongly believe that the launch of the Syrian-owned and led Constitutional Committee can and must be the beginning of the political path out of the tragedy toward a solution that meets the legitimate aspirations of all Syrians - @antonioguterres

12

20

53

23

34

111

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 year

Heartbreak of Syrians continuing. We must continue to stand w/all Syrians, depoliticize aid, & get more of absolutely everything-more access via all routes, & more support of all kinds. Appreciated chance to discuss this w/EU & EU partners today in Beirut, en route to Syria.

12

45

112

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 year

The devastation from the earthquake is unimaginable. I appeal for all politics to be put aside to make sure that #Syrians urgently receive critical life-saving support they desperately need now, wherever they live, through the fastest routes. The window is closing rapidly.

12

33

104

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

Happy to see my good friend Tore @AmbHattrem as new Permanent Representative for @NorwayUN in New York! Follow him for news from @UN

3

20

82

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

5 years

Pleased to be back in Damascus. Hopeful we can move the political process forward with the Constitutional Committee as a door opener, and that we can find a way to end the violence in Idlib. Continue work on detainees, abductees, and missing persons.

23

16

75

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

2 years

I’m delighted that the Secretary-General has appointed Najat Rochdi @rochdi_najat as the new Deputy Special Envoy for Syria. I very much look forward to working closely with her in the search for a lasting settlement to the conflict in line with Security Council resolution 2254.

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

2 years

. @antonioguterres announced today the appointment of @rochdi_najat of Morocco as his Deputy Special Envoy for #Syria . Ms. Rochdi brings over 20 years of experience in political affairs & international coordination in conflict and post-conflict areas

2

12

42

4

17

67

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 year

The devastation from the earthquake is unimaginable. My appeal not to politicize emergency response. This about putting people first.

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

1 year

. @GeirOPedersen Emergency response must not be politicized. We must instead focus on what is needed urgently to help..those who we can still save, those whose lives are devastated by one of the most catastrophic earthquakes the region has seen...

14

17

38

9

19

60

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

4 years

Ahead of the convening of the Syrian Constitutional Committee Monday in Geneva, I met w/the Co-Chairs & Middle Third, & I am looking forward to a week of substantial discussions on the agenda & moving the process forward.

2

17

57

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

4 years

Heartfelt congratulations to WFP and David for a well deserved @NobelPrize . You’re doing a critical job in Syria, providing support to people in real need. Thank you!

World Food Programme

@WFP

4 years

It's hard to make @WFPChief speechless, but it's how we're all feeling right now! Thank you @NobelPrize for this recognition of our work and for this incredible honour. #NobelPeacePrize

107

1K

5K

1

9

55

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 years

Thank you to my wonderful team for a superb job on #FFD3 . The Addis Ababa Action Agenda agreed tonight. http://t.co/cFbG3Sonzz

7

46

54

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

4 years

The call for a global ceasefire more relevant than ever - including for Syrians who need a sustained calm, relief of their continued suffering, and progress on the political track in line with Security Council Res 2254.

António Guterres

@antonioguterres

4 years

Ahead of #UNDay , I reinforce my appeal for a global ceasefire so we can devote all our energies to fighting #COVID19 . Let us act together to defeat the pandemic, prevent climate catastrophe, uphold the equality of women and men and pave the way for a better world.

74

308

886

3

19

51

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

3 years

A pleasure to meet with the two co-chairs yesterday and today ahead of the 6th session that started this morning.

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

3 years

The Syrian Constitutional Committee Co-Chairs meet together for the first time with @GeirOPedersen in advance of the Sixth Session, which convenes in Geneva on Monday.

6

27

46

16

13

48

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 years

Huge turnout for March in March for gender equality and women's rights. #walk4women #Beijing20 http://t.co/a4sB5e7660

4

38

45

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

2 years

Good meetings the last few weeks and in Dubai with the FM of Egypt,Jordan,Saudi Arabia,Oman & UAE.Focus on how we can work together to implement Res 2254,end the suffering of the Syrian people,restore Syria’s sovereignty & independence & meet the aspirations of the Syrian people.

7

11

42

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 year

My sincere & deepest condolences to the family of Ms. Raeifa Samie, member of Women’s Advisory Board & Constitutional Committee. I benefited greatly from her advice, & from her warm & kind spirit. May her soul rest in eternal peace.

8

45

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

My sincere condolences to Amb Vitaly #Churkin 's family and our colleagues at @RussiaUN . We've lost an extraordinary diplomat and friend.

1

22

37

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

5 years

Syrians remain the largest forcibly displaced population, w/13m displaced, including 6.6m+ refugees- @Refugees And on the eve of #worldrefugeeday tragically, the violence continues in #Syria International cooperation is urgently needed to end the war

6

27

34

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

3 years

Constructive and comprehensive meeting w/ #Russia FM #Lavrov Strong engagement of key international stakeholders remains essential to move political process forward. Build on relative calm, move Constitutional Committee forward,& promote international cooperation in line w/SCR2254

9

7

38

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

4 years

I’m very pleased that we were able to resume the Third session of the Small Body of the Constitutional Committee today.

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

4 years

Special Envoy for Syria @GeirOPedersen on the work of the Constitutional Committee

0

6

10

4

9

35

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

Great to meet Sami Pathfinders! Impressed by young & strong voices sharing info about Sámi culture and society #WeAreIndigenous #UNPFII16

0

8

35

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

3 years

Appreciated meeting in Riyadh with FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud on #Syria . Valuable exchange on state of play on political track & prospects for moving process forward. Continuing to take stock of where we are on SCR 2254 and way ahead.

2

9

32

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Congratulations on the historic agreement to end the war. Norway proud to have facilitated together with Cuba.

3

17

33

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

3 years

The attack on Al-Shifa hospital was appalling and I strongly condemn it.

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

3 years

. @GeirOPedersen strongly condemns attack on Al-Shifaa hospital in Afrin in #Syria . See full statement here:

6

24

38

2

9

26

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 year

I am very saddened at the passing of Basma Kodmani, who I have known for many years, and whose friendship and counsel I greatly valued, as did my predecessors. Her death is a great loss for Syrians.

3

6

32

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 month

I condemn the attack on the diplomatic premises of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Damascus on 1 April. The principle of the inviolability of diplomatic and consular premises and personnel must be respected in all cases in accordance with international law.

4

12

31

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

3 years

Always a pleasure meeting with the Women’s Advisory Board, virtually today.

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

3 years

Syrian women must play & are playing a central role in the political process mandated by SCR2254. Nearly 30% of Constitutional Committee members are women. Today @GeirOPedersen engaged w/Syrian Women's Advisory Board to hear their insights on all aspects of the political process.

0

14

34

4

6

29

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

3 years

Substantive meetings with FM @JZarif and other Iranian officials on latest developments regarding Syria. Appreciate Iran’s engagement with UN effort to advance a political solution to the conflict.

26

15

28

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 years

The Pope urge world leaders to fight poverty, exclusion,inequality, climate change and culture of waste. http://t.co/6fhbaCDlwU

3

41

26

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

2 years

Please see my statement on the SG study. I want to express my full support to the families and supporting associations, which have worked with the UN in developing this study, and that have tirelessly led efforts to clarify the fate of their loved ones.

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

2 years

. @GeirOPedersen “ #Syria is one of the contexts that has the highest numbers of detained, abducted & missing persons in the world… This file remains one of my key priorities.” Statement here on the SG study:

8

12

30

11

17

26

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Full house as foreign ministers of Indonesia,Ethiopia,Ghana, Mexico,Colombia,Jordan& Norway launching the #UN70initiative on the #NextSG

1

23

25

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 years

Happy #UN70 day! #Didyouknow the @UN in NewYork was completed in 1952?You can recognize it even under construction

7

19

25

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

Today I signed the book of condolences at @CubaONU after #FidelCastro ’s passing. A remarkable historic figure.

1

14

23

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 years

FM of Ethiopia, @DrTedros , presenting the #FFD Addis Ababa Action Agenda for adoption. Thanks for great work! http://t.co/4d9xW2hG9e

1

16

23

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

3 years

In these trying times I extend my warmest wishes to all Syrians for a joyful and blessed #Eid al-Fitr. As we celebrate this Eid, let us resolve to build a lasting peace and prosperity for Syria. Eid Mubarak!

1

5

24

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Finally: Opening of #trygvelie plaza dedicated to peace and in honor of the United Nations first Secretary General

0

15

22

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

Congratulations to Magnus Carlsen Word Champion #chessworldchampionship . Fantastic!

0

8

20

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

China’s top negotiator on the Paris climate deal: We see this trend as irreversible. China to take centre stage.

China to take centre stage at Bonn climate talks amid vacuum left by Trump

www.ft.com

0

6

21

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

Most of history, 90 percent of the world population lived in extreme poverty,plunging to fewer than 10 percent today.

2

16

20

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 years

#UNICEF meeting of the minds with Shakira and #UNSG Ban. Norway strong supporter of education for girls. #UNGA70 http://t.co/lqIP4KhMal

2

17

15

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 year

Met w/SNC President @JamousBader & Constitutional Committee Co-Chair al Bahra. Expressed condolences for loss of life & pledged to help overcome challenges still facing Syrians affected by earthquake in NW #Syria & #Turkiye

8

7

18

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

5 years

Looking forward to talks in #Moscow . Priorities: urgently stabilizing Idlib, establishing Constitutional Committee, action on detained and missing, confidence-building measures, and international common purpose. Read full interview here:

Эмиссар ООН: сценария "ни мира, ни войны" в Сирии надо избежать - Интервью ТАСС

Спецпосланник генерального секретаря ООН по Сирии Гейр Педерсен о будущем Сирии и роли России в разрешении конфликта

tass.ru

7

9

17

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

5 years

Best wishes to all Muslims, especially to all Syrians everywhere who deserve an end to the conflict #EidMubarak

12

1

16

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

Celebrating @UNICEF 70 years of wonderful service to our children every where #ForEveryChild

1

5

17

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 years

The PM of Norway with the FM, Minister of climate,ready for @Pontifex & the UNHighLevelweek. #climateaction #poverty http://t.co/g0cecR3BaD

0

7

16

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

Read my statement at the UNSC on protection of civilians on behalf of the Nordic countries, #Iceland , #Denmark , #Finland , #Sweden and #Norway

NorwayUN

@NorwayUN

7 years

@GeirOPedersen @Denmark_UN @FinlandUN @IcelandUN @SwedenUN @NorwayMFA @IntlCrimCourt Read our entire statement at today's #UNSC debate on protection of civilians #PoC #protectHealthCare #NotATarget

2

6

7

0

6

15

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

UN urges end to Israeli settlements. No US veto.

0

10

13

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

10 years

Nordic ministers meeting leader of @UN_Women @phumzileunwomen emphasize gender as stand alone goal post 2015. #CSW58 http://t.co/iifwODlw8g

1

21

15

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

I just gave a #Nordic statement to #UNSC on #humantrafficking in #conflict . One of greatest #HumanRights challenges of our time #impunity

0

5

14

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

10 years

FM @borgebrende Norway doubling our support to global education. No lost generation! #GlobalCitizenFestival http://t.co/JnaJRo3Aqq

3

11

14

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 years

#FFD3 is quantum leap in putting domestic resource mobilization & taxation at heart of devt agenda" FM @borgebrende statement to #FFD3 conf

1

21

15

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Supporting de-mining and peace in #Colombia FM Brende with President Santos before opening of #UNGA

4

11

15

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

2 years

Detailed discussion with FM Lavrov on the implementation of all aspects of Security Council resolution 2254. I emphasized that 2254 has all the elements necessary to find a solution to the Syrian crises. @UNEnvoySyria

MFA Russia 🇷🇺

@mfa_russia

2 years

💬 FM #Lavrov during a meeting with @GeirOPedersen : Our Western colleagues have been spreading information of late that Russia has lost interest in achieving the settlement in #Syria 🇸🇾 ☝️ These statements have NOTHING to do with reality. 🔗

312

102

332

6

3

15

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Colombia peace: Farc gives peace deal 'unanimous approval'. Signing on Monday with government. Referendum 2 October.

0

4

14

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 month

Extensive discussion on all aspects on the Syrian crises with FM @HakanFidan . Looking forward to continued discussions.

Turkish MFA

@MFATurkiye

1 month

Minister of Foreign Affairs @HakanFidan received Geir Pedersen, Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Syria, in Ankara.🇹🇷 🇺🇳

17

36

133

4

3

13

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

On behalf of the Nordic countries I gave this statement today in #UNSC on Conflicts in Europe: #peace #security

1

10

14

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

BBC News - Happiness report: Norway is the happiest place on Earth

1

5

13

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 year

stressed that I am working to ensure more support for Syrians in all areas. Emergency response should not be politicized.

5

1

14

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 months

Continued close coordination with @AymanHsafadi and Jordan in solving the Syrian crises consistent with SCR 2254 and a S4S approach. Appreciate Jordan’s strong support to the work of @UNEnvoySyria

Ayman Safadi

@AymanHsafadi

9 months

Spoke with #UN ’s @GeirOPedersen on efforts to solve Syrian crisis on the step-for-step basis & consistent with SCR 2254 through Arab & UN-lend tracks. Agreed on maintaining coordination as we work toward our common objective of ending the crisis & addressing all its consequences

2

17

45

3

4

14

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Great news: India has ratified the #ParisAgreement . Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin deposited the agreement to the UN today.

Syed Akbaruddin

@AkbaruddinIndia

8 years

Getting ready for the honor & privilege of depositing India's instrument of ratification of Paris Climate Change Agreement to @UN on Oct 2.

19

272

574

0

8

12

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

3 years

Thank you Ireland for inviting me, giving me the opportunity to highlight Syrian women’s critical role in finding a solution to the Syrian tragedy.

Ireland at UN

@IrishMissionUN

3 years

We're grateful to 🇺🇳UN Special Envoy for #Syria @GeirOPedersen for his briefing today. He emphasised that landmark achievements on women’s participation in the Syrian constitutional committee should be seen as a floor, not as a ceiling. #WPS #IWD2021 #MoreWomenMorePeace 🕊️

0

1

11

0

1

13

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Colombia Farc:The Norwegian who helped broker peace.Hard work & patience from @DagNylander . A solid agreement reached

0

9

13

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

10 years

#CSW58 successfully concluded with consensus on agreed conclusions. Reference to women's sexual and reproductive health, & reprod rights.

0

22

11

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

With 12 votes in favor and none against, Former Portuguese PM António Guterres Leads Race to Be Next UN SG

0

8

11

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Norway strong supporter of UN work against #LGBT exclusion. It's about every individuals human rights. #freeandequal

0

17

11

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

10 years

Norway's @HKlemetsdal approaching the end of 14 days of tough negotiations #CSW58 . Will we reach agreed conclusions? http://t.co/UC5VCNdBKh

0

12

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

2 months

Important exchange with FM Shoukry on how to move the political process in Syria forward in line with SCR 2254. Appreciate Egypt’s strong support.

Egypt MFA Spokesperson

@MfaEgypt

2 months

Now in Geneva, FM Sameh Shoukry & UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen, discuss the developments pertaining to the political process in Syria… efforts focus on settling the ongoing crisis & alleviating suffering of the Syrian people @UNEnvoySyria @GeirOPedersen

2

6

38

0

1

10

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

3 years

Here is the full text of my briefing to the Security Council today.

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

3 years

. @GeirOPedersen We have very regrettably seen an escalation in many parts of #Syria recently... Full text to the Security Council here:

3

2

14

3

11

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Opening session to discuss the world drug problem.We will work to promote better prevention & treatment. #ungass2016

4

5

11

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

UN: More than 20 million people face the threat of starvation & famine in Yemen, Somalia, South Sudan and Nigeria.

1

10

12

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Warm thanks to the outgoing President of the GA for job well done, and warm welcome to the new PGA, Thompson of Fiji

0

8

11

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 year

Appreciated meeting @AymanHsafadi discussing how we can support all Syrians after the earthquake, and efforts to reach a political solution to the Syrian conflict.

وزارة الخارجية وشؤون المغتربين الأردنية

@ForeignMinistry

1 year

التقى @AymanHsafadi اليوم، المبعوث الأممي الخاص لسوريا @GeirOPedersen ، وبحث معه الأوضاع الإنسانية في #سوريا والجهود الإغاثية لمساعدة المتضررين من الزلزال الذي ضرب مناطق مختلفة فيها. كما بحث الصفدي وبيدرسون،الذي وصل #عمّان من #دمشق، الجهود المبذولة للتوصل لحل سياسي للأزمة السورية.

0

11

30

2

5

12

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 years

Obama strong appeal for multilateral action & respect for international norms. Resolve differences peacefully. #UNGA http://t.co/LE7dcdu8Uh

1

5

11

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

UN celebration of #InternationalWomensDay . Gender equality key to implementation of the sustainable development goals

0

11

9

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

500 000 solar panels were installed every day. renewables overtake coal as world’s largest source of power capacity

0

1

11

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

9 months

In my briefing to the Security Council I said: The tragic reality is that, for as long as violent conflict continues, and the political process is blocked, the suffering of the Syrian people will simply get worse. Here is the full text of my briefing:

1

6

10

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Strong partnership #Colombia &Norway.Preparing for the signing of the peace agreement PM Solberg & President Santos

2

6

10

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

1 year

As researcher, civil society member, politician, negotiator and constitutional committee member, Basma worked tirelessly and creatively for a better future for Syria. She was dedicated to that cause. I extend my deepest condolences to her family & loved ones.

1

2

10

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Reframing #Prevention , Investing in #Peace : Moving from Rhetoric to Action. The cost of inaction. Excellent panel.

1

0

10

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Listening to Chief of the Onondaga Nation welcoming the UN Forum on Indigenous Issues #UNPFII15 #WeAreIndigenous

0

8

9

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

Happy int #WomensDay !To achieve #GenderEquality we must ensure all girls and boys have the same access to #education

0

3

9

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

In the US far more jobs are being created in solar panel installation than are being lost in coal.

Tell Donald Trump: the Paris climate deal is very good for America | Joseph Stiglitz

Trump argues the treaty is unfair to the US but it is America that continues to impose an unfair burden on others

www.theguardian.com

1

3

10

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

Congratulations to Norwegian Research institution @SINTEF , the winner of UN #energy grant of 1 million US dollars. Combating climate change

2

10

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

10 years

BBC News - a good explanation on how Norway has avoided the 'curse of oil. Trust and egalitarian policies. http://t.co/itYEpuVv31

1

11

10

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Join the global movement to #EndFGM . Celebrating success together with #UNSG Ban at UN today.

0

4

9

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

Humanitarian disaster continues in Aleppo, bombardment & 250000 people trapped without emergency healthcare via @FT

Besieged Aleppo hospitals shut down by bombardment

Rebels say a quarter of a million people are trapped without emergency healthcare

www.ft.com

0

13

9

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Norway will continue to be a strong supporter of DPAwork on prevention, good offices & mediation. #supportprevention

0

5

9

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

UNSG Ban Opening ceremony for #ParisAgreement . Climate action not a burden,but create opportunities. #ClimateAction

1

5

8

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

7 years

FARC has disarmed. Important milestone for Colombia. disarmament day marked by butterflies and gold shovel via @FT

Colombian disarmament day marked by butterflies and gold shovel

Milestone reached in peace process between government and Farc guerrilla group

www.ft.com

0

1

9

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

10 months

My briefing to the Security Council today:

UN Special Envoy for Syria

@UNEnvoySyria

10 months

. @GeirOPedersen To shift dynamics requires engagement in a spirit of pragmatism & flexibility, & a greater sense of urgency & pace. It requires a constructive & coordinated international diplomacy in support of genuine confidence-building. Briefing text:

4

3

8

3

4

9

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

8 years

Great news for the people of Colombia. Norway and Cuba proud to have facilitated. @ColombiaONU @DagNylander

Norway MFA

@NorwayMFA

8 years

Historic agreement btw #Colombian gvt and #FARC . Towards end of longest running conflict in the world @borgebrende

2

37

27

0

6

8

Geir O. Pedersen

@GeirOPedersen

3 years

Great pleasure to meet with Norwegian foreign minister @AHuitfeldt . Thankful for Norway’s strong support to the political process and its generous humanitarian support to the Syrian people.

Anniken Huitfeldt

@AHuitfeldt

3 years

Pleased to meet @UNEnvoySyria Geir O Pedersen today. Norway is a strong supporter of the Specia Envoy’s work. There is a pressing need for progress towards a political solution in #Syria