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The role Norway is playing here is also important for facilitating a resumption of negotiations.
Den rollen Norge her spiller er også viktig for å få forhandlingene i gang igjen.
However, only if the occupation is brought to an end can the challenges be solved and the foundation laid for peaceful coexistence.
Uten en avslutning av okkupasjonen kan ingen av utfordringene løses og grunnen legges for fredelig sameksistens.
The fifth main strand is to strengthen the role of foreign policy in the fight against climate change.
Den femte hovedlinjen i regjeringens utenrikspolitikk er å styrke utenrikspolitikkens bidrag i innsatsen mot klimaendringene.
Unless greenhouse gas emissions are reduced substantially in the coming years, it will be very difficult to achieve the two-degree target.
Om klimagassutslippene ikke reduseres kraftig i de kommende årene, vil togradersmålet bli svært vanskelig å nå.
And climate change will be even more dramatic.
Klimaendringene vil bli enda mer dramatiske.
We are already seeing clear consequences in the form of increased devastation caused by extreme weather events, intense precipitation and flooding, stronger competition for fish resources, loss of biodiversity, inadequate supplies of food and water, more health problems, reduced economic growth and greater inequality.
Vi ser allerede tydelige konsekvenser i form av økte skader fra ekstremvær, nedbør og flom, skjerpet konkurranse om fiskeressurser, tap av naturmangfold, mangel på mat og vann, økte helseproblemer, redusert økonomisk vekst og økte forskjeller.
Many people are being forced to flee from areas where it is no longer possible to live, and this is increasing the likelihood of conflict.
Der hvor det ikke er mulig å leve tvinges flere mennesker på flukt, og risikoen for konflikter øker.
The Government is pursuing a proactive climate policy.
Regjeringen fører en offensiv klimapolitikk.
The goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 40 % compared with 1990 levels.
Målsettingen er minst 40 prosent reduksjon av utslipp i 2030 sammenlignet med 1990.
Achieving large cuts in emissions requires adaptation at the global level.
Store utslippskutt krever en global omstilling.
All countries must do their part, and emissions must be reduced in a cost-effective manner.
Alle land må bidra, og utslippene må reduseres på en kostnadseffektiv måte.
This is where foreign policy can play an important role.
Her har utenrikspolitikken en viktig rolle.
We are now intensifying our efforts to achieve effective adaptation to climate change in areas prone to drought, flooding and extreme weather, with a view to preventing or mitigating climate-related natural disasters.
Vi øker nå innsatsen for effektiv klimatilpasning – mot tørke, flom og ekstremvær, og gjennom dette forebygge eller redusere klimarelaterte naturkatastrofer.
The significance of foreign policy for climate policy has been highlighted by the Government's decision to enter into dialogue with the EU with a view to adopting the EU's overriding target of reducing domestic greenhouse gas emissions by at least 40 % below the 1990 level.
Utenrikspolitikkens betydning i klimapolitikken aktualiseres med regjeringens beslutning om dialog med EU for å inngå i EUs overordnede klimamål på minst 40 prosent.
An adjustment of this kind in Norway's overall climate strategy would provide exciting opportunities for greater cooperation with the EU, individual EU member states, and European companies and research communities.
En slik nyvinning i overordnet norsk klimastrategi gir spennende muligheter for intensivert klimasamarbeid med EU, EU-land, næringsliv og forskningsmiljøer i Europa.
I have launched a cooperative effort with my French counterpart, Laurent Fabius, who is leading the preparatory work for the UN Climate Change Conference (COP21) in Paris in December.
Jeg har innledet samarbeid med min franske kollega Laurent Fabius, som leder arbeidet frem mot Paris-konferansen COP21 i desember.
In two weeks' time, we are holding a joint seminar on foreign policy and climate change in Paris.
Om to uker arrangerer vi et felles kollokvium om utenrikspolitikk og klima i Paris.
The significance of the Arctic in the context of climate change is an important topic in the climate cooperation between Norway and France.
Betydningen av Arktis i klimasammenheng er et viktig tema i det norsk-franske klimasamarbeidet.
It is absolutely essential that we achieve an ambitious and effective global climate agreement.
En global, ambisiøs og effektiv klimaavtale er absolutt nødvendig.
But we also have to take action here and now.
Men vi må også handle her og nå.
Norway is playing an active role by using climate finance strategically through the Green Climate Fund and other multilateral and bilateral channels, by continuing to give high priority to the Norwegian Climate and Forest Initiative, by supporting increased use of renewable energy in developing countries, and by supporting the phasing out of subsidies for fossil fuels.
Norge bidrar aktivt med strategisk bruk av klimafinansiering gjennom Det grønne klimafondet og andre multilaterale og bilaterale kanaler, gjennom fortsatt høy prioritet til det norske skoginitiativet, gjennom støtte til økt bruk av fornybar energi i utviklingsland og til utfasing av subsidier til fossile brensler.
We are carrying out global projects to reduce gas flaring and methane emissions from oil and gas production.
Vi gjennomfører globale prosjekter for å redusere fakling fra olje- og gassproduksjon, og metanlekkasjer fra olje- og gassproduksjon.
We are promoting green growth and the internationalisation of Norwegian climate technology.
Vi fremmer internasjonalisering av norsk klimateknologi og grønn vekst.
We are implementing measures to target short-lived climate pollutants, such as methane, hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and soot.
Vi gjennomfører tiltak rettet mot kortlevde klimaforurensere som metan, HFK og sot.
We are investing in adaptation to climate change, including disaster preparedness and food security measures.
Vi investerer i tilpasning til klimaendringer, herunder katastrofeberedskap og matsikkerhet.
We are participating in negotiations between key WTO members on zero tariffs for an agreed list of environmental goods that have a positive climate impact.
Vi deltar i forhandlinger mellom sentrale WTO-medlemmer om null-toll på utvalgte miljøvarer med positiv klimaeffekt.
The threat posed by climate change is one of the greatest challenges we face.
Klimatrusselen er en av våre aller største utfordringer.
As an energy-producing nation and a country rich in natural resources, Norway has much to contribute in the global fight against climate change.
Som energi- og naturressurs-nasjon har Norge mye å bidra med i den globale kampen mot klimaendringene.
At the same time, our economy and society clearly need to adapt to a changing situation.
Samtidig står vi overfor åpenbare behov for omstilling av norsk økonomi og samfunn.
We must do our best to anticipate future developments and understand the framework conditions and options available to Norway.
Vi må være dyktige til å se inn i fremtiden, til å forstå rammevilkår og handlingsrom for Norge.
We must be at the forefront of research on new technology, and promote favourable conditions for environmentally sound and climate-friendly development.
Vi må ligge i forskningsfronten på ny teknologi og skape gode rammebetingelser for miljø- og klimavennlig utvikling.
I have painted a serious picture of international developments and the challenges Norway is facing in the time ahead.
Jeg har tegnet et alvorlig bilde av utviklingen i verden og utfordringene for Norge fremover.
But the outlook is by no means entirely bleak.
Men situasjonen er på ingen måte helsvart.
We have a great deal to build on, powerful traditions and alliances, a strong value base and many effective tools at our disposal.
Vi har mye å bygge på, sterke tradisjoner og allianser, et robust verdigrunnlag og mange effektive virkemidler.
We must stay calm and maintain our faith in our society, in what we stand for, and in the international institutions that are helping to secure our future.
Vi må beholde roen og troen på det vi er som samfunn, det vi står for og de internasjonale institusjonene som er med og sikrer vår fremtid.
We are living in a time of geopolitical change.
Vi lever i en geopolitisk brytningstid.
Globally, power and wealth are moving towards the East and South.
Makt og velstand flyttes østover og sørover i verden.
This is a challenge, but it also gives rise to new opportunities.
Det utfordrer, men gir også nye muligheter.
We are nowhere near the confrontational situation that prevailed during the Cold War, with its two superpowers.
Vi er langt unna den kalde krigens konfrontasjon mellom supermakter.
Despite tensions between China and the US, these countries have a clear interest in each other's success, in economic, political and security terms.
Til tross for spenninger mellom Kina og USA har de begge klar gjensidig interesse av at de lykkes økonomisk, politisk og sikkerhetsmessig.
The recent climate cooperation between the US and China has sparked fresh hope in the lead-up to the climate conference in Paris.
Klimasamarbeidet mellom USA og Kina har gitt nytt håp frem mot toppmøtet i Paris.
Developments in China and in other emerging economies are important for Norway – politically, economically and in the context of efforts to address the global problems relating to the environment and climate change.
Utviklingen i Kina og i fremvoksende økonomier for øvrig er viktig for Norge – politisk, økonomisk og i innsatsen for å løse globale miljø- og klimaproblemer.
Europe is the most important region for Norway, in both economic and political terms.
Europa er vårt økonomiske og politiske kjerneområde.
We are expanding and strengthening our relations with the EU.
Vi utvider og fordyper våre relasjoner med EU.
There has scarcely been a time when NATO cooperation was more important.
Nato-samarbeidet har knapt vært viktigere.
The OSCE, the Council of Europe and the Arctic Council are important pillars of Europe's political architecture.
OSSE, Europarådet og Arktisk råd er viktige pilarer i Europas politiske arkitektur.
This year it is 70 years since the UN Charter was adopted.
I år er det 70 år siden FN-pakten ble vedtatt.
We need a strong UN more than ever.
Vi trenger et sterkt FN mer enn noen gang.
Norway is intensifying its efforts to promote an effective UN response to global challenges.
Norsk innsats for effektiv FN-respons på globale utfordringer styrkes.
We are also building alliances in new contexts at the international level.
Og vi bygger også allianser i nye globale sammenhenger.
In January, we signed a unique strategic partnership agreement with the African Union.
I januar signerte vi en unik samarbeidsavtale med Den afrikanske union.
We are in the process of formalising important agreements on political and economic cooperation with regional associations in Asia and Latin America.
Vi nærmer oss formalisering av viktige partnerskap om politisk og økonomisk samarbeid med regionale sammenslutninger i Asia og Latin-Amerika.
The world is changing.
Verden er i endring.
Our long-term interests and goals have not changed, but our policies must be adapted to the new reality.
Våre langsiktige interesser og målsettinger er ikke endret, men vårt svar må tilpasses endringene.
I have presented the five main strands of Norway's foreign policy.
Jeg har presentert fem hovedlinjer i utenrikspolitikken.
Our focus on these main strands gives structure to our response to the current major challenges.
De strukturerer vår respons på de store utfordringene.
It helps to prepare Norway to meet future challenges.
De bidrar til å fremtidssikre Norge.
And it highlights the importance of promoting Norwegian interests and investing in the values and the global framework that will ensure that right prevails over might.
De understreker behovet for å fremme norske interesser, investere i verdigrunnlaget og det globale rammeverket som skal sikre at rett går foran makt.
Foreign policy address 5 March 2015
Utenrikspolitisk redegjørelse 5. mars 2015
The Storting, 5 March 2015
Stortinget, 5. mars 2015
'I will focus this address on five main thematic areas: 1) security, 2) our fundamental values, 3) economic interests, 4) peace, development and humanitarian policy, and 5) the fight against climate change', Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende said in his address to the Storting.
- Jeg konsentrerer årets redegjørelse om fem tematiske hovedlinjer: 1) sikkerhet, 2) verdigrunnlaget, 3) økonomi, 4) fred, utvikling og humanitær politikk, og 5) klima.
4 April 2013.
*SJEKKES MOT FREMFØRING*
“Voices of the future – Afghanistan after 2014”.
“Voices of the future – Afghanistan after 2014”.
4 April 2013.
4 April 2013.
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Your excellences, ladies and gentlemen, dear participants,
Your excellences, ladies and gentlemen, dear participants,
It is a great honor for me to be invited.
It is a great honor for me to be invited.
Let me first of all thank the Afghan Embassy for hosting this seminar.
Let me first of all thank the Afghan Embassy for hosting this seminar.
My particular thanks go to Ambassador Manizha Bakhtari.
My particular thanks go to Ambassador Manizha Bakhtari.
As one of the few appointed female ambassador of The Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, you also represent a significant “Voice of the Future”.
As one of the few appointed female ambassador of The Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, you also represent a significant “Voice of the Future”.
Even though this seminar lies in the future business, as minister of defense I find it timely reminding us of the near past.
Even though this seminar lies in the future business, as minister of defense I find it timely reminding us of the near past.
The numbers of troops having served in Afghanistan over the past decade do all have a share in this conference.
The numbers of troops having served in Afghanistan over the past decade do all have a share in this conference.
Young women and men in uniform have provided security alongside their Afghan colleagues.
Young women and men in uniform have provided security alongside their Afghan colleagues.
They have stood up to defend the rights and safety of the hard-pressed people of Afghanistan.
They have stood up to defend the rights and safety of the hard-pressed people of Afghanistan.
Some have paid the ultimate price.
Some have paid the ultimate price.
Turning to the future we should all bear this in mind.
Turning to the future we should all bear this in mind.
The subject of this seminar is close to my heart.
The subject of this seminar is close to my heart.
It calls on us to listen to the voices of the future – through the eyes and hopes of Afghan women.
It calls on us to listen to the voices of the future – through the eyes and hopes of Afghan women.
“Voices of the Future” refers to the hopes and expectations we all share for Afghanistan.
“Voices of the Future” refers to the hopes and expectations we all share for Afghanistan.
These are expectations encompassing Norway as part of the international community as well as the expectations we have to the Afghan authorities.
These are expectations encompassing Norway as part of the international community as well as the expectations we have to the Afghan authorities.
These go hand in hand.
These go hand in hand.
In partnership we will walk the challenging road beyond 2014.
In partnership we will walk the challenging road beyond 2014.
The future is fragile, and the robustness of our partnership will continue to be tested.
The future is fragile, and the robustness of our partnership will continue to be tested.
Not only from groups associated with the Taliban-regime, but also within the partnership itself.
Not only from groups associated with the Taliban-regime, but also within the partnership itself.
A lasting partnership requires a strong and committed Afghan leadership.
A lasting partnership requires a strong and committed Afghan leadership.
It requires an Afghan government turning its back to corruption and any misuse of power.
It requires an Afghan government turning its back to corruption and any misuse of power.
We need elected Afghan politicians that stand up for the cause of their people who for too long have suffered.
We need elected Afghan politicians that stand up for the cause of their people who for too long have suffered.
Among these are “voices” calling for a change, eager to see a stable and prosperous Afghanistan.
Among these are “voices” calling for a change, eager to see a stable and prosperous Afghanistan.
Voices comprised of educated young men and women increasingly more informed and connected through social media, an early sign of a true civil society which can enhance the credibility and legitimacy of our joint efforts.
Voices comprised of educated young men and women increasingly more informed and connected through social media, an early sign of a true civil society which can enhance the credibility and legitimacy of our joint efforts.
Through the many visits I have made to Afghanistan, I have met with many representing voices of the future, and in particular the women.
Through the many visits I have made to Afghanistan, I have met with many representing voices of the future, and in particular the women.
For me these meetings are essential.
For me these meetings are essential.
As a politician and as a fellow-sister I consider it my obligation.
As a politician and as a fellow-sister I consider it my obligation.
I would like to take this opportunity sharing some of their thoughts and my reflections.
I would like to take this opportunity sharing some of their thoughts and my reflections.
Allow me first to offer a brief account of the broader picture.
Allow me first to offer a brief account of the broader picture.
The empowering of women is the key
The empowering of women is the key
This year it is 100 years since Norwegian women gained the right to vote.
This year it is 100 years since Norwegian women gained the right to vote.
It paved the way for gender equality in all spheres of our society.
It paved the way for gender equality in all spheres of our society.
Today we know that high female participation in the workforce has had a decisive effect on our national economy.
Today we know that high female participation in the workforce has had a decisive effect on our national economy.
My point is that gender equality is not only right doing in Norway.
My point is that gender equality is not only right doing in Norway.
In conflict ridden countries such as Afghanistan it is even more relevant.
In conflict ridden countries such as Afghanistan it is even more relevant.
It is my belief that in empowering the women lies the very key to many issues Afghanistan today is struggling with.
It is my belief that in empowering the women lies the very key to many issues Afghanistan today is struggling with.
Hence this has and will continue to be at the center of our efforts in Afghanistan.
Hence this has and will continue to be at the center of our efforts in Afghanistan.
Major developments have taken place since toppling of the Taliban regime.
Major developments have taken place since toppling of the Taliban regime.
Let me remind you of the following:
Let me remind you of the following:
From 2001 to 2013, the number of girls in school has gone from less than 50 000 to almost 2.5 million.
From 2001 to 2013, the number of girls in school has gone from less than 50 000 to almost 2.5 million.
Today Afghan schools consist of 30 % girls.
Today Afghan schools consist of 30 % girls.
Under the Taliban, there were approximately 35 000 telephones working in all Afghanistan.
Under the Taliban, there were approximately 35 000 telephones working in all Afghanistan.
Today there are more than 18 million cell phone users.
Today there are more than 18 million cell phone users.
About 90 % of the population lives in areas with cell-phone coverage.
About 90 % of the population lives in areas with cell-phone coverage.
Truly, statistics can offer a broad and clarifying picture.
Truly, statistics can offer a broad and clarifying picture.
It certainly allows us to grasp the remarkable progress which has taken place in Afghanistan over the past ten years.
It certainly allows us to grasp the remarkable progress which has taken place in Afghanistan over the past ten years.
Behind the statistics there are boys and girls whose lives have improved, even if only ever so slightly.
Behind the statistics there are boys and girls whose lives have improved, even if only ever so slightly.
It is in meetings with these individuals that you get a glimpse of the true challenges.
It is in meetings with these individuals that you get a glimpse of the true challenges.
Afghan voices – caught between the past and future
Afghan voices – caught between the past and future
Last time I visited Afghanistan was in December last year.
Last time I visited Afghanistan was in December last year.
That was my eleventh visit.
That was my eleventh visit.
And it took place at a time when transition process was progressing.
And it took place at a time when transition process was progressing.
Hence the issue of transition frequently surfaced in my talks.
Hence the issue of transition frequently surfaced in my talks.
Many Afghan women shared their concerns with me about what will happen after 2014.
Many Afghan women shared their concerns with me about what will happen after 2014.
Hasina Safi, put it like this when I met her: “Fear of the Taliban is part of the mindset of every Afghan woman.
Hasina Safi, put it like this when I met her: “Fear of the Taliban is part of the mindset of every Afghan woman.
But, as of today, no-one dares to admit this openly”.
But, as of today, no-one dares to admit this openly”.
Safi is the head of the Afghan Women Education Center in Kabul, and a staunch campaigner for women's rights.
Safi is the head of the Afghan Women Education Center in Kabul, and a staunch campaigner for women's rights.
Her voice is of the future, but it is also strongly attached to the past.
Her voice is of the future, but it is also strongly attached to the past.
It reminds us that looking into the future without taking the past in to account might lead to wrong expectations.
It reminds us that looking into the future without taking the past in to account might lead to wrong expectations.
The past is never dead, as William Faulkner once reminded us of.
The past is never dead, as William Faulkner once reminded us of.
Hasina Safi stressed another point, educating more women.
Hasina Safi stressed another point, educating more women.
I could not agree more.
I could not agree more.
No action has been proven to have more impact than the education of female children.
No action has been proven to have more impact than the education of female children.
The evidence is overwhelming: If you educate a boy, you educate a person; if you educate a girl, you educate a family and benefit an entire community.
The evidence is overwhelming: If you educate a boy, you educate a person; if you educate a girl, you educate a family and benefit an entire community.
The legacy of Taliban banning more or less any social presence or activity of women left a generation with lost opportunities.
The legacy of Taliban banning more or less any social presence or activity of women left a generation with lost opportunities.
As of today more than 80 % of Afghan women remain illiterate.
As of today more than 80 % of Afghan women remain illiterate.
Today opportunities exist.
Today opportunities exist.
Unfortunately far too few are aware of them.
Unfortunately far too few are aware of them.
Hence more information is required, as Safi put it.
Hence more information is required, as Safi put it.
Afghan women elected to the Parliament have a particular responsibility.
Afghan women elected to the Parliament have a particular responsibility.
So do the educated women.
So do the educated women.
Neither of them can allow themselves resting on their laurels, said Safi.
Neither of them can allow themselves resting on their laurels, said Safi.
Solving Afghanistan’s fundamental problems requires women being part of the equation.
Solving Afghanistan’s fundamental problems requires women being part of the equation.