Congratulations
@COE
with 75 years!
Since its establishment in 1949, the COE has been vital in advancing Human Rights, Rule Of Law & Democracy across our continent.
As a founding member, Norway stands by the COE's mission to continue promoting and protecting these values.
Over the last two days, Nordic and African Foreign Ministers met in Copenhagen.
We had open and friendly exchanges on global governance, rule of law, cross-regional partnerships, green growth, sustainable food chains and on how to go from aid to trade. Really inspiring! 🌍
Attending the 2024 Nordic-African foreign ministers meeting in Copenhagen 🇩🇰.
Good exchanges on global governance reform, green transition, a UN tax convention and the need to uphold international law and global norms universally in an increasingly divided world.
Journalists & media outlets reporting on
#ClimateChange
and the environment are increasingly under attack.
Norway supports
@UNESCO
call to protect journalists and information integrity.
#HumanRights
#WPFD2024
.
@UNESCO
report reveals 70% of environmental journalists have been attacked for their work.
At least 749 journalists or news media reporting on environmental issues have been attacked in the last 15 years.
UNESCO is calling for stronger support for environmental journalists and…
NATO stands in solidarity with
#Germany
and
#Czechia
We strongly condemn cyber activity intended to undermine our democratic institutions, national security and free society.
Need strengthened compliance with intl law & agreed norms for responsible state behavior in cyberspace.
Impressed and inspired by Somalia, where, despite security challenges and impacts of climate change, the government is working hard to strengthen institutions & attracting new investments.
Good discussions on green energy and stability w/ State Minister Ali Mohamed Omar
@Smmofa
On
#WorldPressFreedomDay
we call for protection and access for journalists in
#Gaza
and other conflict areas.
Freedom and safety of journalists critical to ensure access to information, empower people to make informed decisions & hold those in power to account.
#WPFD2024
Deeply concerned by reports of disproportionate use of force against peaceful protesters in Tbilisi.
We urge all actors to refrain from violence, and call on Georgia’s government to uphold the right to peaceful protest and assembly.
I am grateful to the Norwegian government, led by Prime Minister
@JonasGahrStore
, for its decision to increase support for Ukraine by $600 million this year.
I appreciate that the majority of these funds will be used to strengthen Ukraine's air defense, which is our top…
So glad to receive
@Tsihanouskaya
in Oslo today. She has our full support in her fight for human rights, democracy and the rule of law in Belarus.
The human rights situation is appalling.
Norway consistently raises the issue in
@UN
,
@OSCE
and bilaterally w/ 🇧🇾’ authorities.
Excellent meeting w/ Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi
@Menlu_RI
in Jakarta. Indonesia is a close & trusted partner of Norway. Our countries are united in a consistent application of int’l law to secure peace in
✅ Gaza & the Middle East
✅ Afghanistan
✅ Ukraine
✅ Myanmar
🇮🇩🫱🏽🫲🏼🇳🇴
In Riyhad, HH Foreign Minister
@FaisalbinFarhan
and I chaired an Arab-European mtg on the road towards a Palestinian State, a
#TwoStateSolution
and comprehensive peace in the Middle East.
At this critical juncture, we need to seize the moment and take the needed steps together.
A warm meeting with President Mahmoud Abbas at an extremely critical moment for Palestine, the Middle East and the World, preparing for today’s Arab-European ministerial meeting in Riyadh.
The war must stop now, and we need to see an irreversible path to a
#TwoStateSolution
.
Thank you HH
@FaisalbinFarhan
for your strong efforts towards a credible peace vision for the Middle East.
Norway works closely with engaged Arab & European countries to take us from the current cycle of violence into a genuine lasting political solution.
Good meeting with Georgian FM Ilia Darchiashvil.
Norway supports Georgia’s efforts for European integration, in line with the wishes of the Georgian people.
The current window of opportunity should be used to the fullest. 🇬🇪
Extremely constructive and interesting roundtable in Manila on the importance of respect for international law. 🇳🇴& 🇵🇭 face common challenges related to climate change, geopolitics and maritime security. We stand united in our commitment to international law and multilateralism!
Over the last months, Norway has donated military materials worth about NOK 1 billion from its armed forces
@Forsvaret_no
to Ukraine 🇺🇦.
'Ukraine can count on Norway’s steadfast support,’ says Defence Minister Bjørn Arild Gram.
Read more:
«We might feel the world is drifting apart, but we can’t loose sight of the opportunities out there», says minister of development
@AnneBeathe_
at launch of
@UNDP
Human Development Report w/ His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon in the audience
@Kronprinsparet