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Change of state secretary in JD

In today’s session of the Council of State, the King has appointed Ms. Astri Aas-Hansen, political advisor, as state secretary to Minister of Justice Knut Storberget. She succedes Ms. Anne Rygh Pedersen, who has been honourably discharged from the office (09.02.07)

Government to purchase CO2 quotas for employees’ air travel

In his New Year’s address to the nation, Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg announced that the Government will purchase CO2 emission quotas to offset the pollution caused by international air travel by government employees. (05.01.07)

Norway to contribute to oil and gas development in Lebanon

Norway will contribute to oil and gas development in Lebanon," said Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg after his meeting with Prime Minister Fouad Siniora today. (19.12.06)

Merger of Statoil and Hydro oil- and gas division

The boards of Statoil ASA and Hydro ASA have recommended merging Statoil ASA with the oil and gas activities in Hydro. “This is the start of a new era. We are creating a global energy company and strengthening Norway’s oil and gas industry,” says Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg. (18.12.06)

The Government will take advantage of the opportunities in the High North

“The Government will take advantage of more of the opportunities in the High North. Our efforts will create jobs, ensure better protection of the environment, safeguard Norwegian sovereignty and maintain good neighbourly relations,” said Prime Minister Stoltenberg. Today the Government presents its integrated High North strategy. (01.12.06)


	Jens Stoltenberg
	Prime Minister [17 October 2005]



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