News & Events

Guidelines for Norway's Cooperation with Angola 2010-2014

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:43:26 GMT

Independence from Portugal in 1975 was followed by 27 years of civil war that left large parts of Angola in ruins. Since the end of the civil war in 2002, Angola has been through a period of significant change in political, economic and development terms. Priority has been given to national reconciliation, reconstruction of infrastructure, and strengthening the government administration. Today,...

Norway’s Foreign Minister denounces death sentences in Congo trial

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 20:16:17 GMT

Two Norwegian citizens were condemned to death at the end of a trial in Kisangi, DR Congo. The Minister of Foreign Affairs commented as follows on the verdict: “The sentencing of the two Norwegian citizens to death is completely unacceptable. Norway is against the death penalty on principle, and I will contact the Congolese Foreign Minister to make our position clear.

The Norwegian Climate and Forest initiative

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 06:44:25 GMT

The Norwegian Climate and Forest initiative was launched during the climate change negotiations at Bali in December 2007. The initiative seeks to achieve cost-effective and verifiable reductions in green house gas emissions from deforestation and forest degradation in developing countries (REDD), and the working areas of the initiative include all types of tropical forests. Read mor...

Current programmes

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:42:55 GMT

Norwegian development co-operation in Angola is focused on the following areas: Education, Energy and Good Governance.

Norway signs NOK 24 million to support Demining

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:43:33 GMT

NORWAY SIGNS NOK 24 MILLION CONTRACT TO SUPPORTS DEMINING IN ANGOLA The Norwegian Ambassador Jon Vea, signed today (01.12.08) an agreement with the Norwegian Peoples Aid (NPA) for the continuation of demining activities. The country director, Åge Skagesad, signed on behalf of .NPA. The Mine Ban Treaty was signed by Angola on 4th December 1997, and Angola is obligated to clear all an...

Platform for an Integrated Africa Policy

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:06:39 GMT

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has published its Platform for an Integrated Africa Policy. Despite unresolved conflicts, such as in DR Congo, Darfur and Zimbabwe, along with uncertainty due to the international financial crisis, it should be noted that there have never before been so few wars in Africa or so many peaceful changes of government, and the continent has never before experienced such sustained high levels of economic growth.

Royal humanitarian effort

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:00:16 GMT

When Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Crown Prince Haakon got married five years ago, they set up a humanitarian fund. This year the fund supports a Russian aids centre and The Church City Mission in Norway, while the Norwegian government awarded more than NOK 4 million to the fund.

Prestigious human rights prize to Eastern Congo

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:07:30 GMT

This year’s Rafto Prize has been awarded to Bulambo Lembelembe Josué for his efforts to promote hope, peace and human dignity in Eastern Congo. This Norwegian human rights prize attracts considerable international interest, partly due to the fact that several Rafto Laureates have later been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

Norway has supported the declaration maid by the EU presidency on behalf of the European Union on Angola

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:00:23 GMT

The European Union closely followed the general elections held in Angola on 5 and 6 September 2008. The European Observation Mission welcomed the progress made by Angola towards democracy, the size of the turnout and the calm which reigned during the electoral process, despite logistical and procedural difficulties. The European Union welcomes the fact that the elections were held peacef...

Norway is reinforcing its commitment to promote women and protect the environment in Angola.

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:43:20 GMT

Norway is reinforcing its commitment to promote women and protect the environment in Angola. The Norwegian Embassy recently signed a three-year agreement with the Angola non governmental organisation ADPP - Ajuda de Desenvolvimento de Povo para Povo, of a total of NOK 14 million. The Purpose of the Programme is to increase the participation of women in the Teachers of the Future Te...

Visit to DR Congo by the Norwegian Minister for Environment and International development

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:45:19 GMT

The Norwegian minister for Environment and International development. Mr. Erik Solheim is visiting DR Congo on 24 – 25 April, 2008, accompanied by a group of high ranking officials.

NORWEGIAN SUPPORT TO THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY, THE CENTRE FOR STUDIES AND SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:43:38 GMT

The Norwegian Embassy has renewed its cooperation with the Centre for Studies and Scientific investigation of the Catholic University in Angola (CEIC) NOK 4.5 million (USD 800.000). The support is covering the period 2008-2010 and is a general financial support to the annual budget of CEIC. The purpose of the support is to build national capacity in key areas of public policy resear...

Saving the Norwegian oil wealth for future generations

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:50:44 GMT

Norway pumps three million barrels of oil from the North Sea daily, and is the world's third largest oil exporter. However, the oil will run out and to ensure the wellbeing of future generations, the Norwegian state governs a pension fund based on current oil revenues with strict ethical guidelines.

Award for Negative Thinking

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:13:27 GMT

Negative thinking is usually not the way to success. The Norwegian film maker Bård Breien proved otherwise when he won the Crystal Globe for Best Director for his debut film at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.

Norwegian fashion with a social conscience

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:11:26 GMT

FIN Fashion is modern, Norwegian, trendy and the world’s first organic Fairtrade fashion label.

Norway to increase development assistance

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:43:21 GMT

The Norwegian government intends to increase development assistance by NOK 2.2 billion in 2007. Overall, the development assistance budget for the year amounts to NOK 20.75 billion: the highest level ever, corresponding to 0.97 per cent of Norway’s gross national income (GNI).

PRESS RELEASE

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:45:24 GMT

Educational Summer in Norway

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:57:45 GMT

Want to learn about Scandinavian business management and Norwegian culture? International students are invited to spend three weeks of their summer holiday to prepare for future business relations with Norway.

Cluster munitions to be banned by 2008

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:06:04 GMT

Participants at the Oslo Conference on Cluster Munitions have agreed an

action plan for developing a new international treaty on cluster munitions by

the end of 2008.

Strengthening of the civil society - Norwegian cooperation with Angola

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:43:17 GMT

The strengthening of the civil society is a priority area for the Norwegian cooperation with Angola. The Norwegian Embassy signed 27. November 2007 a three year contract with Norwegian Peoples Aid of 49.5 mill kronor. Secretary General Finn Erik Thoresen signed on behalf of NPA and Minister Counsellor Lise Stensrud signed on behalf of Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs/The Norweg...

Holiday the Norwegian Way

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:17:23 GMT

Whale safari in the Arctic Circle, sleepover in a lighthouse at 71° north, or what about a GPS-pub crawl in Bergen?

Pulled the Plug for New Climate Center

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:10:41 GMT

Norway’s glacier museum launched its new climate change center by putting US Vice President Walter M. Mondale in a water pool and unplug it.

Bio-invention can stop desert spreading

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:57:19 GMT

A smart Norwegian invention could stop desert expansions and transform agriculture in the South.

Norwegian Ambassador appointed as OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:02:55 GMT

Ambassador Knut Vollebæk is appointed as the OSCE’s High Commissioner on National Minorities.

Norwegian UNICEF Deputy

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:02:13 GMT

The former Norwegian Minister of Development, Hilde Frafjord Johnson, is appointed Deputy Director of UNICEF’s Head Quarter in New York.

Science through graffiti and computer games

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:55:31 GMT

The Mar-Eco network of scientists and students, led by Norway and including participants from 16 other countries, has been awarded the EU Descartes Prize for Science Communication. The project seeks to popularise international scientific investigation at sea, in museums and laboratories, and to involve the wider public in the process.

Pictures from visit by Minister of Development to Angola 31.1.2007 - 02.2.2007

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:07:24 GMT

Erik Solheim and Vibeke Skauerud visiting registration office for election. Erik Solheim with finance minister Pedro de Morais. Kjell Ståle Valdal from Aker Kværner, Erik Solheim and ambassador Arild R. Øyen visiting Aker Kværner at Sonils base. Utviklingminsiter Erik Solheim og ambassadør Arild R. Øyen Erik Solheim with employees from...

Norway Hosts Peace Mediator Conference

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:04:28 GMT

Peace mediators from all over the world gathered in Norway at the Oslo Forum in the last week of June, to share experiences on ongoing mediation in peace processes in the Middle East, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Somalia.

Gender review

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:42:41 GMT

REVIEW OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF
WOMEN AND GENDER EQUALITY ASPECTS
IN THE NORWEGIAN DEVELOPMENT
CO-OPERATION WITH ANGOLA

Norway Backs Global Energy Efficiency

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:01:10 GMT

Energy efficient buildings in China, environmental street lighting in India and solar cell panels in Brazil. These are all projects embraced by Norway through Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Partnership (REEEP).

Extreme Summer Fun in Norway

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:09:45 GMT

Want to jump off a cliff, throw yourself into a river, or try a few of the other activities most people think is pure madness? At the Extreme Sports Week in Voss you can do it all!

Ambitious Climate Targets for Norway

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:01:18 GMT

The Norwegian government launches a plan for bold cuts in greenhouse gas emissions both in Norway and abroad.

Norway’s Green Opera

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:55:49 GMT

Oslo’s dazzling new opera house will be covered with one of the world’s largest environmentally friendly glass shells.

Celebrating Norway's national day

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:50:49 GMT

Every year on 17 May Norwegians fill the streets with cheers and flags in celebration of Norway's constitution adopted in 1814. School children, many wearing national costumes, march in parades to the beat of thundering bands, and a resounding "Hurrah for the 17th of May!" can be heard throughout the day.

"Melting Ice - a Hot Topic"

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:56:27 GMT

Melting ice in the Arctic is a threat to hundreds of millions of people, a new UN-report states. Norway is aiming to become a pioneer in combating man-made climate change.

Norway Most Peaceful in the World

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:07:05 GMT

A calm domestic atmosphere, high social development as well as good relations with its neighbors are factors that put Norway at the very top on the Economists Intelligent Unit’s Global Peace Index.

Norwegian fathers choose paternity leave

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:03:59 GMT

An increasing number of Norwegian fathers are choosing to take paternity leave to be with their children during their first year. Parents now have the right to choose how the parental leave period is divided between them.

Oslo Conference on Cluster Munitions

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:06:24 GMT

Live video from the "Oslo Conference on Cluster Munitions" On 22 – 23 February, more than 45 states, UN bodies and agencies, the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Cluster Munitions Coalition, will come together in Oslo to discuss realistic and effective measures to for an international ban on cluster munitions that causes unacceptable human suffering. The Conference will be opene...

Norwegian jazzband Gumbo - again in Luanda

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:14:33 GMT

The Norwegian jazz band Gumbo is visiting Luanda again for another week of cultural music exhange. This time with participation from Norwegian jazz singer Julie Dahle Aargard, Angolan artist Dodo Mirando and other Angolan musicians. The programme will include a concert in Teatro Elinga Thursday 31th of May at 21:00h, a childrens concert in the parc Mutu Ya Kevela (on Avenida Le...

Norwegian Ships to Go Clean

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:52:52 GMT

Norway aims to be the first country in the world to launch environmentally-friendly ships based on fuel cell technology. Eidesvik Offshore ASA is the architect behind the model of fuel cell technology in the maritime sector to reduce CO2 and NOx emissions.

Norwegian Learning Concept Leading in Europe

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:52:17 GMT

Fronter – Europe’s largest distributor of digital learning platforms conquers European schools. The Norwegian company will become the main provider of digital educational platforms to London’s schools. The agreement with London Grid for Learning has potential of one million new users.

Brundtland to be UN Special Envoy for Climate Change

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:02:09 GMT

Twenty years after launching Our Common Future, Norway’s former prime minister Gro Harlem Brundtland has been appointed a UN Special Envoy for Climate Change.

Norway to cooperate with Bill Gates on biological diversity

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:00:03 GMT

Norway is to cooperate with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation on an initiative to rescue 95% of the biological diversity of the world’s food crops. In Norway, the construction of the Svalbard Global Seed Vault is already under way. This will be used to store material from national and international gene banks.

Oil for Development

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:42:49 GMT

Objective The Oil for Development (OfD) initiative aims at assisting developing countries with hydrocarbon potential in their efforts to benefit from petroleum resources in a way that generates economic growth and welfare to the population in general, and is environmentally sustainable. Background Petroleum plays and will play an important role in a number of developing countries. ...

Norway - A major contributor in the International Polar Year

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:55:13 GMT

Fifty thousand researchers from over 60 countries were ready for action when International Polar Year (IPY) opened on 1 March. Norwegians are represented in half the IPY projects, making Norway one of the largest contributors to this global research initiative.

Terje Håkonsen sets new world record

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:10:08 GMT

Norwegian snowboard legend Terje Håkonsen has set a new world best at the Oakley Arctic Challenge in Oslo, with the highest snowboard jump of all time.

Grand celebration of HM King Harald’s 70th birthday

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:50:32 GMT

Heads of state and guests from most of Europe’s royal families gathered in Oslo to participate in His Majesty's birthday celebrations.

Norwegian animated film wins Oscar

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:13:49 GMT

Norwegian animator Torill Kove has won an Oscar for her animated short film The Danish Poet.

Oslo Conference on Cluster Munitions,22 – 23 February 2007

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:06:12 GMT

Declaration

Ibsen's apartment opened to the public

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:12:15 GMT

Precisely one hundred years after Henrik Ibsen passed away quietly in his apartment at Arbins gate 1 in Oslo, the playwright's last home is opened in its original state to the public. Concurrently, the book "Things about Ibsen" is launched and the exhibit "Henrik Ibsen: On the contrary!" opens, providing an exploration of Ibsen's literary challenge to the status quo.

Queen Sonja International Music Competition 2007

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:13:58 GMT

The Queen Sonja International Music Competition takes place in Oslo from 16 to 23 August. It is open to all, and the winners will be awarded prestigious concert engagements with major Norwegian music institutions.

Gold for the Norwegian national culinary team

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:14:21 GMT

Norway’s national culinary team has taken gold in the prestigious Culinary World Cup for the first time. The team of eleven chefs won both the warm and cold food disciplines at the event held in Luxembourg on 22 and 23 November.

Rally adventure in wintry Norwegian forests

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:10:01 GMT

From 16 to 18 February 2007, the Norwegian brothers Petter and Henning Solberg, along with rally greats like Sébastien Loeb and Toni Gardemeister, will take part in Rally Norway, one of the World Rally Championship’s most exotic rounds to date.

Norway takes the lead in promoting transparency

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:53:38 GMT

More than 500 representatives from the world’s resource rich countries will meet in Oslo 16-17 October 2006 to take the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) to the next level.

Merger between Statoil and Hydro

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:53:02 GMT

The Norwegian companies Hydro and Statoil are merging their oil and gas operations to form the world’s largest offshore operator.

Norwegian Gold in the Barents Sea

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:53:45 GMT

Due to its vast natural resources, the importance of the High North stretches far beyond Norway’s borders. A recent article in Newsweek International highlights the strategic importance of Norway and the High North as a future European gas province.

Norwegian entrepreneurs seek international inspiration

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:52:43 GMT

Many Norwegians yearn for innovation, and some go abroad to learn from the big entrepreneurial players. Working and living the entrepreneurial lifestyle with the best in the game often motivates students to follow suit once they return to Norway.

On the road in Norway

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:18:32 GMT

The wind tosses your hair while you car passes majestic mountains, alluring fjords and far-reaching glaciers. By 2015 18 national tourist routes will guide drivers through Norway's intriguing landscape. Four of them are already complete.

Norwegian "jungle tractor" receives World Bank award

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:55:39 GMT

The Norwegian tractor "Getting There" will shortly assist rural people in developing countries with access to markets and small-scale agricultural production. The World Bank has awarded the Norwegian developers USD 150 000 to test the vehicle as a tool for long-term development.

Norwegian scientist heads cancer research at WHO

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:55:22 GMT

Lars Erik Hanssen was recently named the chair of WHO's cancer research agency's governing council. Hanssen aims to strengthen international cancer research, and will rely on the UN's legitimacy, access to large numerical databases and a focus on general health to guide his work.

Norway takes the intiative for an international ban on cluster munitions

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:00:31 GMT

Norway is now taking the initiative for a process that could lead to an international ban on cluster munitions that have unacceptable humanitarian consequences. The aim is to ensure that such weapons no longer pose a threat to civilians during and after armed conflicts.

Norway recruits women to company boards

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:03:29 GMT

"A better balance between the sexes will secure improved utilization of women's qualifications, which in turn will lead to better strategic decision-making and enhanced profitability," states the Norwegian government. Many Norwegian corporations are thus required by law to have a minimum of 40 percent women on their boards.

The Oslo Conference on social and environmental responsibility

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:00:58 GMT

An international conference on good governance and social and environmental responsibility is to be held in Oslo on the 28th and 29th of March. Invited speakers include the Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Muhammad Yunus and Achim Steiner, Executive Director of UNEP. The Oslo conference aims to take the ongoing debate on business and sustainability even further.

Star map with Norwegian help

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:56:21 GMT

In connection with the production of the world’s best-ever map of the stars in the Milky Way, a little Norwegian box will have the job of ensuring that the measurements are accurate.

Norway to purchase CO2 quotas for international air travel

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:01:27 GMT

The Norwegian Government will purchase CO2 emission quotas to offset the pollution caused by international air travel by government employees. The hope is that others will follow Norway’s example and that this will reduce total greenhouse gas emissions.

Unique Norwegian surgical technology

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:56:50 GMT

New Norwegian surgical technology enables surgeons to navigate via a “GPS map” when operating in the abdominal region.

Nobel days in Oslo

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:06:50 GMT

The Nobel days, held to honour the winners of this year’s Nobel Peace Prize, are taking place in Oslo from 9 to 11 December. The highlights include the Nobel Peace Prize Concert, which will feature well-known artists from both Norway and abroad, an exhibition at the Nobel Peace Center, and the Peace Prize Award Ceremony.

New Gender in Norway website

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:03:38 GMT

Norway’s gender equality measures often attract interest abroad. Gender in Norway is a new, English-language website providing information on gender equality and research in Norway.

Transparency in the Norwegian petroleum sector

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:53:33 GMT

Figures on state revenues from the Norwegian petroleum sector arepublicly available. The sector is audited by the Office of the Auditor Generalof Norway. The Office has an independent status vis-à-vis government administration and reports the results of its auditing and monitoring activities to the Norwegian parliament. The Norwegian Government is a strong promoter of increased transparency in ...

Norwegian fjords on top

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:18:22 GMT

National Geographic has crowned Norway’s Geirangerfjorden and Nærøyfjorden as the world’s best managed world heritage site.

Norway assumes chairmanship of the Arctic Council

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:01:04 GMT

Ten years after the establishment of the Arctic Council, it is now Norway’s turn to take up the baton. Climate change and sustainable use of the natural resources in the High North will be priority issues for the Norwegian chairmanship.

The situation in Afghanistan and Norway’s contribution

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:00:35 GMT

“The challenges are vast, and they can only be resolved through broad international engagement where civil and military efforts are viewed in a political context”, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Jonas Gahr Støre in his address on the situation in Afghanistan and Norway’s contribution to the Storting on 24 October 2006.

Successfull Centennial Celebrations 1905 – 2005 in Luanda, Angola

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:59:09 GMT

In order to commemorate the one hundred year anniversary of the peaceful dissolution of the union with Sweden in 1905, the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Angola, together with partners, organised a series of events during the months of May and June. The partners were the Norwegian companies Aker Kværner, DNV, FMC Technologies, Hydro, PGS and Statoil, as well as the non-governmental organisations of Norwegian Church Aid, Norwegian Peoples Aid, Norwegian Refugee Council and Save the Children.

Experience the autumn in Norway

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:17:36 GMT

The summer might be over, but there is no reason to stay indoors. Norway is full of autumn activities for people of all ages with everything from musk ox safaris to salmon fishing. Find something that suits you!

Norway Helps Developing Countries with Oil Management

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:53:24 GMT

During the period 2006-2010, the Norwegian government will give NOK 250 million (EUR 31,3 million) more to aid poor nations avoid internal struggles over oil. "Oil for Development" was launched in 2005 and aims to help developing nations better manage their oil resources.

Children's rights through 25 years

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:03:50 GMT

Norway was the world's first country to establish an ombudsman for children and for 25 years the ombudsman has represented a voice for children in the public debate. Many nations have since followed the Norwegian example.

NORAD

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:42:52 GMT

Norwegian Agency for Development Co-operation.

Munch paintings found

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:07:58 GMT

The Norwegian police has found the two paintings "The Scream" and "Madonna" that were stolen more than two years ago from the Munch Museum in Oslo. The recovered paintings were found with some minor damages, but are in a much better condition than previously feared.

Holocaust center opens in Oslo

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:00:08 GMT

One of the Center for Studies of Holocaust and Religious Minorities' main goals is to foster reflection about the state of our society and the human rights situation around the world. The center deals with crimes against humanity from the Holocaust until today.

Oslo will host the 2011 Nordic world ski championships

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:09:21 GMT

Cheering hit the roof when FIS awarded Oslo the Nordic world ski championships in 2011. Oslo and Holmenkollen arena have hosted the world championships twice before, but before the next round the facility will undergo a full make-over.

Norway focuses on environmental issues in development cooperation

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:59:52 GMT

Norway takes a leading role in addressing environmental issues in development cooperation. Poverty and the environment is closely related, and the Norwegian government recently launched an action plan aimed at preparing developing nations for environmental dangers facing the world.

Promoting legal empowerment of the poor

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:58:45 GMT

Norway has, with support from the other Nordic countries, taken the initiative to establish an international commission to strengthen the user and property rights of the poor. One of its goals is to raise international awareness about this issue. The commission recently held its second meeting.

Cleaner Norwegian aluminium production

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:54:25 GMT

The emission of greenhouse gases from aluminium production in Norway has fallen by 62 percent from 1990 to 2005. This reduction makes Norwegian aluminium production the world's most environmentally friendly, according to the Federation of Norwegian Industries.

“World’s most beautiful boat journey”

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:17:05 GMT

The Lonely Planet travel guide has named the Norwegian Coastal Voyage, known as Hurtigruten in Norwegian, as the most beautiful boat journey in the world. Passengers enjoy a panoramic view of the Norwegian fjords and may experience the midnight sun during the northernmost stretch of the journey.

Sophie Prize winner honoured in Oslo

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:59:44 GMT

Argentinean lawyer and human rights activist Romina Picolotti received the Sophie Prize in Oslo 15 June from Norwegian Minister of International Development Erik Solheim. She urged the world to take action to eliminate poverty and promote sustainable development.

Seeds of the world to be conserved on Svalbard

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:02:46 GMT

The Norwegian government will build a global vault for seeds on Svalbard. Seeds from the entire world will be put into frozen storage in the vault so that crop diversity can be conserved for the future, and Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg marked the start of the building process on 19 June.

The Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Encourages Dialogue and Cooperation

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:00:41 GMT

In his annual address to the Storting on 8 February, Norwegian Minister of Foreign Affairs Jonas Gahr Støre stressed the importance of international cooperation and dialogue.

Say cheese!

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:54:01 GMT

2006 marks fifty years since an agriculture student handed in his assignment on a completely new type of cheese. The Jarlsberg cheese with its familiar large holes has long been a staple in the Norwegian diet, and is now also found in kitchens across the world.

Queen Sonja to award the Abel Prize

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:56:37 GMT

The Swedish mathematician Lennart Carleson will receive this year's Abel Prize of NOK 6 million (EUR 750 000) during a formal ceremony in the University auditorium in Oslo 23 May. HM Queen Sonja will award the prize.

The Norwegian Government Allocates NOK 240 million to Help Poor Countries Deal with Economic Shocks

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:59:38 GMT

The Norwegian government has decided to contribute NOK 240 million (€ 30 million) to a new scheme that will provide highly subsidised loans to the world's poorest countries in the event of an exogenous economic shock.

Experience Winter Wonderland – in the city!

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:09:01 GMT

Did you think you had to travel far up into the mountains to find good skiing and nature in winter's shroud? In Oslo you will find Winter Wonderland a fifteen minute subway ride away from the centre of town.

The Atlantic Road named number one road trip

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:18:44 GMT

The Atlantic Road's sharp turns and wild nature have ranked it first on British paper The Guardian's list of the world's best road trips. The more than eight kilometer long road along the Norwegian west coast places first even in sharp competition with world renowned attractions such as Northern Ireland's Antrim coast road and the Himalayas.

Gardening in space

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:56:11 GMT

If the possibility of humans living in space is ever to be realised, we need plants for oxygen and food production. Shortly, a greenhouse will be placed on the International Space Station (ISS) and it is the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) that will garden the plants.

Geotourism- A Norwegian priority

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:17:15 GMT

Some look to resorts and crowded beaches when they go on vacation. For others, a spot of untouched natural habitat might be more appealing. Norway can offer a plethora of unspoiled natural attractions for those seeking to escape the hustle of everyday life.

Norwegian explorer finishes world's longest ski expedition

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:09:30 GMT

Rune Gjeldnes returned to Oslo in March after 90 days and 4 804 kilometres skiing across freezing Antarctica. With this expedition on his merit list, the Norwegian has completed a unique triumph: He is the first person to ski unsupported across the world's three largest ice caps.

Innovative project can reduce CO2 emissions while increasing oil recovery

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:53:11 GMT

Shell and the Norwegian petroleum company Statoil have signed an agreement to work towards developing the world's largest project using carbon dioxide (CO2) for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) offshore.

Norwegian Technology Secures Drinking Water

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:52:32 GMT

Norwegians rarely lack clean water; however they do have the technical expertise to preserve the vital resource. Two Norwegian companies are contributing equipment that can secure scarce water supplies in areas of conflict and in countries suffering from severe drought.

Norwegian Fish Lotion Can Treat Skin Ailments

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:57:03 GMT

A new Norwegian skin lotion shows promising results in treating psoriasis and eczema. Researchers from NTNU and the University of Bergen are developing a lotion containing fish enzymes and gelatine.

Nortrade

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:52:13 GMT

Welcome to the official Norwegian Trade Portal. Please click attached link for more information.

Exporting to Scandinavia

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:51:38 GMT

New Guide to the Scandinavian Market

“Exporting to Scandinavia” is a new guide to the Scandinavian market for producers and exporters from developing countries. It is available in both electronic and print formats.