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Week 11

A new normal for Norway

Press release | 14/03/2022 | Ministry of Finance

The Norwegian economy is booming. COVID-19 restrictions are lifted and we are heading out of the pandemic. Economic growth is strong, unemployment is low. A shortage of labor is leading to mounting pressure. At the same time, the war in Ukraine increases uncertainty in the global economy. The war has already led to higher commodity prices. In particular, prices on electricity, gas and fuel have soared throughout Europe.

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Norway seeking seat on UNESCO Executive Board

Press release | 09/03/2022 | Ministry of Education and Research, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway is the Nordic region’s candidate for a seat on the Executive Board of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for the period 2025–2029.

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Statement of Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and the European Union regarding Barents Euro-Arctic cooperation

News story | 09/03/2022 | Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and the European Union have condemned in the strongest possible terms Russia's unprecedented military aggression against Ukraine.

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Statement by the European Union, Iceland and Norway regarding the Northern Dimension policy

News story | 09/03/2022 | Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The European Union, Iceland and Norway have condemned in the strongest possible terms Russia's unprecedented military aggression against Ukraine. By its unprovoked and unjustified military actions, Russia is grossly violating international law and undermining European and global security and stability. We have also condemned the involvement of Belarus in this aggression against Ukraine.

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War against Ukraine affects relations with Russia

News story | 05/03/2022 | Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norway is reducing its contact with the Russian authorities to a minimum as a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. This is in line with the actions of other European countries and allies. Cooperation that is essential to ensure Norway’s safety and security will be maintained.

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