Current affairs

Thessaloniki.
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Here we will present some of the stories written about Greece in the Norwegian news. Read more

Photo: Alixandra Fazzina

Photojournalist Alixandra Fazzina is being recognized as this year’s winner of the Nansen Refugee Award for her striking coverage of the devastating human consequences of war. Read more

Norway in the news.

Here we will present some of the stories written about Norway in Greek and international media. Read more

Knut-Are Okstad.

Knut-Are Okstad, Chargé d'Affaires at the Norwegian Embassy in Athens, was in a net meeting in VG Nett. - Tere is no reason for Norwegians to cancel their holiday to Greece, he said. Read more

Biking is good for the environment, your body and your mind.
Photo: Freeday

Tired of traffic jams? Why don’t you join this group of enthusiasts and discover Athen and its surroundings the environmentally friendly way ? Read more

In the UN Human Rights Council today, Norway criticised the human rights situation in Iran on behalf of more than 50 countries. The joint statement was timed to coincide with the one-year anniversary of the controversial presidential election in Iran. Read more

Adequate consideration must be given to the environment.

Norway aims to be a leading nation in terms of environmental policy. If future generations are to have access to a good environment and unspoiled nature, then adequate consideration must be given to the environment in everything we do. Read more

Photo: SMK

Norway has voted in favour for the UN Human Rights Council to establish an independent fact-finding mission to investigate the Israeli boarding of an aid convoy to Gaza. Read more

In New York an agreement was reached between 189 countries on the way forward for disarmament efforts. This includes concrete steps to eliminate nuclear weapons, strengthen non-proliferation efforts and create a platform that respects the right of all countries to peaceful use of nuclear technology. Read more

Norway and Indonesia have agreed to enter into a partnership to support Indonesia’s efforts to reduce emissions from deforestation and degradation of forests and peat lands. Read more