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A key new development is the establishment of a government Council on European Affairs, convening monthly at minister’s level, in differing configurations depending on the topics at hand. 
A key new development is the establishment of a government Council on European Affairs, convening monthly at minister’s level, in differing configurations depending on the topics at hand.
The main ambition herein is defining more clearly and more quickly Norwegian positions on the key policy issues facing Europe and being discussed in Brussels at any given time. 
The main ambition herein is defining more clearly and more quickly Norwegian positions on the key policy issues facing Europe and being discussed in Brussels at any given time.
This isbased on the realisation that there is scope for working more closely with the Commission and Member States on policy formulation in the pre-acqui stage. 
This isbased on the realisation that there is scope for working more closely with the Commission and Member States on policy formulation in the pre-acqui stage.
Pro-active rather than just reactive. 
Pro-active rather than just reactive.
In addition this is a key instrument to address the number of EEA-relevant legal acts not yet taken into the agreement - the so-called “backlog” - as the ministers provide a status update on “their” pending legal acts. 
In addition this is a key instrument to address the number of EEA-relevant legal acts not yet taken into the agreement - the so-called “backlog” - as the ministers provide a status update on “their” pending legal acts.
Still, we politicians also need to realise that beyond policies, strategies, programmes and procedures what it ultimately comes down to is our commitment to making this European policy work. 
Still, we politicians also need to realise that beyond policies, strategies, programmes and procedures what it ultimately comes down to is our commitment to making this European policy work.
Our predecessors in office frequently talked about their active European policy. 
Our predecessors in office frequently talked about their active European policy.
But when ministers neither take part in informal ministerials in the EU, nor actively seek to engage with Europe on our many issues of common concern, words ring hollow. 
But when ministers neither take part in informal ministerials in the EU, nor actively seek to engage with Europe on our many issues of common concern, words ring hollow.
Also in this respect we aim to be different. 
Also in this respect we aim to be different.
While underlining the centrality of the EEA Agreement to our European policy, and how it has served us well, one must keep in mind that this is an agreement in need of constant care. 
While underlining the centrality of the EEA Agreement to our European policy, and how it has served us well, one must keep in mind that this is an agreement in need of constant care.
Since its creation the ratio of EU-members to non-members has changed dramatically in Brussels favour. 
Since its creation the ratio of EU-members to non-members has changed dramatically in Brussels favour.
That, coupled with the inherent structural fact that amending legal acts after they’ve been sanctioned by the EU-28 is an uphill struggle, does indeed put us at a disadvantage. 
That, coupled with the inherent structural fact that amending legal acts after they’ve been sanctioned by the EU-28 is an uphill struggle, does indeed put us at a disadvantage.
The EEA agreement requires that Norway, and our partners Liechtenstein and Iceland, should be consulted in the early stages of EU decision-making. 
The EEA agreement requires that Norway, and our partners Liechtenstein and Iceland, should be consulted in the early stages of EU decision-making.
The EU is under no strict obligation to listen. 
The EU is under no strict obligation to listen.
A parallel challenge is the fact that the extent of knowledge and understanding of the EEA Agreement is waning, while the responsibility of emphasising its importance to all its 31 members rests increasingly on the EFTA-3. 
A parallel challenge is the fact that the extent of knowledge and understanding of the EEA Agreement is waning, while the responsibility of emphasising its importance to all its 31 members rests increasingly on the EFTA-3.
One thing is us knowing the value of our participation in the internal market. 
One thing is us knowing the value of our participation in the internal market.
It is another to convey this to an at times increasingly introverted EU. 
It is another to convey this to an at times increasingly introverted EU.
This needs to be addressed too. 
This needs to be addressed too.
Accepting this fact of mutual benefit stemming from our participation, it follows logically that its future existence requires a common effort. 
Accepting this fact of mutual benefit stemming from our participation, it follows logically that its future existence requires a common effort.
And this is indeed a core message from our side whenever this agreement is on the agenda. 
And this is indeed a core message from our side whenever this agreement is on the agenda.
All parties need to work together, in the interest of all. 
All parties need to work together, in the interest of all.
But, what must not be lost upon us in doing this is the equally heavy burden hanging over us three on the outside to make this work. 
But, what must not be lost upon us in doing this is the equally heavy burden hanging over us three on the outside to make this work.
Article 1 of the agreement spells out clearly the ambition of creating a homogenous European Economic Area, with equal conditions of competition. 
Article 1 of the agreement spells out clearly the ambition of creating a homogenous European Economic Area, with equal conditions of competition.
Today we have approximately 420 EEA-relevant legal acts that are part of EU-legislation but not in our three countries. 
Today we have approximately 420 EEA-relevant legal acts that are part of EU-legislation but not in our three countries.
We must admit that this number is too high. 
We must admit that this number is too high.
We are constantly reminded by our private sector of how crucial this is to their work, and how some of them have suffered as a result of this backlog. 
We are constantly reminded by our private sector of how crucial this is to their work, and how some of them have suffered as a result of this backlog.
In this picture we need to remind ourselves of the obvious fact that our companies depend relatively more on a market of 28 than companies of the 28 depend on the three of us. 
In this picture we need to remind ourselves of the obvious fact that our companies depend relatively more on a market of 28 than companies of the 28 depend on the three of us.
A key element in the EEA Agreement is also the principle of unanimity. 
A key element in the EEA Agreement is also the principle of unanimity.
No legal act is taken into the agreement in the absence of consent from all three of us, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway alike. 
No legal act is taken into the agreement in the absence of consent from all three of us, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway alike.
In reality it gives each of us a veto which not only affects ourselves but also our EEA partners. 
In reality it gives each of us a veto which not only affects ourselves but also our EEA partners.
Legal acts held up by one of us today, may harm the economies of all three, as we speak. 
Legal acts held up by one of us today, may harm the economies of all three, as we speak.
This is a reality that I believe we all need to reflect on more carefully than we do, when we tend to get bogged down in our own domestic concerns. 
This is a reality that I believe we all need to reflect on more carefully than we do, when we tend to get bogged down in our own domestic concerns.
A responsibility rests on all of us that reach beyond our own borders – we need to have our common interest in mind. 
A responsibility rests on all of us that reach beyond our own borders – we need to have our common interest in mind.
Are we doing enough? 
Are we doing enough?
I believe “enough” is always a difficult word to justify using, and this case is no exception. 
I believe “enough” is always a difficult word to justify using, and this case is no exception.
As long as the various backlogs exist, we cannot say that the market is entirely homogenous, which means we can and must do more. 
As long as the various backlogs exist, we cannot say that the market is entirely homogenous, which means we can and must do more.
Looking into the future I repeat what I said initially – this agreement has proven its worth over a long time. 
Looking into the future I repeat what I said initially – this agreement has proven its worth over a long time.
No matter what critics say, it has delivered prosperity and stability. 
No matter what critics say, it has delivered prosperity and stability.
Any talk of its demise therefore will need to address the question of better alternatives. 
Any talk of its demise therefore will need to address the question of better alternatives.
From a Norwegian perspective I see none. 
From a Norwegian perspective I see none.
The domestic debate likes to spell out the Swiss model as one alternative. 
The domestic debate likes to spell out the Swiss model as one alternative.
Well, does this model even exist, or is it about to expire? 
Well, does this model even exist, or is it about to expire?
Looking at the negotiations going on between Berne and Brussels I believe the answer to that is a no. 
Looking at the negotiations going on between Berne and Brussels I believe the answer to that is a no.
Others point to the EFTA Free Trade Agreement of 1973, still in place. 
Others point to the EFTA Free Trade Agreement of 1973, still in place.
But does this serve the interests of our ever more sophisticated private sectors, let alone the wishes of a mobile population and work force? 
But does this serve the interests of our ever more sophisticated private sectors, let alone the wishes of a mobile population and work force?
I believe the answer is a resounding no. 
I believe the answer is a resounding no.
Then there are those who look further afield, for example to South Korea. 
Then there are those who look further afield, for example to South Korea.
Again, we are talking about agreements that leave out key elements while including others, like agriculture. 
Again, we are talking about agreements that leave out key elements while including others, like agriculture.
Hard to imagine that model finding traction in my country, and may I assume the same also here in Iceland? 
Hard to imagine that model finding traction in my country, and may I assume the same also here in Iceland?
As membership, my party’s preferred option, is off the table while public opinion stands firm at 70 per cent opposing EU membership, we come back to start – whether we like it or not. 
As membership, my party’s preferred option, is off the table while public opinion stands firm at 70 per cent opposing EU membership, we come back to start – whether we like it or not.
As my minister put it during a speech last week “If you can’t have the one you love, love the one you have”. 
As my minister put it during a speech last week “If you can’t have the one you love, love the one you have”.
So, ladies and gentlemen, I have given you the conclusion. 
So, ladies and gentlemen, I have given you the conclusion.
The EEA Agreement must be deemed fit for the future, and we will have to do all in our powers to preserve it. 
The EEA Agreement must be deemed fit for the future, and we will have to do all in our powers to preserve it.
This is not an “a la carte” agreement, where we can allow ourselves to pick and choose. 
This is not an “a la carte” agreement, where we can allow ourselves to pick and choose.
And it obliges all three alike. 
And it obliges all three alike.
Any hesitance along this route will primarily hurt ourselves, our own companies and citizens, rather than anyone else. 
Any hesitance along this route will primarily hurt ourselves, our own companies and citizens, rather than anyone else.
As long as the agreement is in effect we owe it to them, and our EEA partners, to observe it diligently. 
As long as the agreement is in effect we owe it to them, and our EEA partners, to observe it diligently.
State Secretary Stub held a speech at a an open seminar on the future of the EEA agreement in Reykjavik. 
Statssekretær Stub holdt et innelgg under et seminar om fremtiden for EØS-avtalen ved Islands universitet 8. mai 2015.
Credit: Norwegian Embassy, Reyjkh 
Foto: Ambassaden i Reykjavik
The future of the EEA agreement 
Innlegg under et seminar om fremtiden for EØS-avtalen
University of Iceland, Reykjavik, 8 May 2015 
Islands universitet, Reykjavik, 8. mai 2015
'This is not an “a la carte” agreement, where we can allow ourselves to pick and choose, State Secretary Ingvild Næss Stub said in her speech at a seminar on the future of the EEA agreement at the University of Iceland in Reykjavik 8 May 2015. 
- This is not an “a la carte” agreement, where we can allow ourselves to pick and choose, sa statssekretær Stub bl.a. i et innlegg under et seminar 8. mai om fremtiden for EØS-avtalen ved Islands universitet.
These are some of the main conclusions in the Government's white paper on Norwegian foreign and security policy, which was launched today. 
Det er blant konklusjonene i regjeringens nye melding til Stortinget om norsk sikkerhetspolitikk som legges frem i dag.
'The security situation is difficult. 
- Den sikkerhetspolitiske situasjonen er krevende.
This white paper presents the Government's views on the course Norway should follow to be as well equipped as possible to meet today's challenges. 
Med denne meldingen presenterer regjeringen veivalg Norge bør ta for å stå best mulig rustet i møte med dagens utfordringer.
In the white paper, the Government recommends strengthening existing foreign and security policy tools. 
Med Veivalg-meldingen tar regjeringen til orde for å styrke eksisterende utenriks- og sikkerhetspolitiske verktøy.
'We must maintain and further develop our transatlantic cooperation, pursue a consistent, predictable policy in relation to Russia and continue our strong engagement for an international order based on values that are important to Norway. 
– Vi må bevare og videreutvikle det transatlantiske samarbeidet, føre en fast og forutsigbar Russlandspolitikk og videreføre vårt sterke engasjement for en internasjonal orden basert på verdier som er viktige for Norge.
NATO and the US security guarantee will remain the cornerstone of Norway's security policy,' said Mr Brende. 
Nato og den amerikanske sikkerhetsgarantien vil forbli et ankerfeste i norsk sikkerhetspolitikk, sier utenriksministeren.
'A strong national defence capability is crucial. 
– En sterk nasjonal forsvarsevne er avgjørende.
The Government's strategy for dealing with the security challenges facing Norway is based on the Long-Term Defence Plan, the white paper on civil protection and the white paper being launched today,' said Minister of Defence Ine Eriksen Søreide. 
Med Langtidsplanen for forsvarssektoren, samfunnssikkerhetsmeldingen og Veivalg-meldingen legges grunnlaget for regjeringens strategi for å håndtere sikkerhetsutfordringene Norge står overfor, sier forsvarsminister Ine Eriksen Søreide.
One key conclusion in the white paper is that Norway should develop closer security policy cooperation with European allies and the other Nordic countries. 
En sentral konklusjon i meldingen er at Norge også må bygge tettere sikkerhetspolitisk samarbeid med europeiske allierte og de nordiske landene.
'We will build closer ties with Germany, the UK, France and the Netherlands in the field of security policy,' Mr Brende said. 
– Vi skal videreutvikle og bygge tettere sikkerhetspolitiske bånd til Tyskland, Storbritannia, Frankrike og Nederland, sier Brende.
The white paper announces plans for intensified efforts in unstable countries and regions near Europe's southern border. 
Meldingen varsler økt innsats i ustabile land og regioner nær Europas sørlige yttergrense.
'War, conflict and weak state structures in Europe's neighbourhood give rise to security challenges in Norway. 
– Krig, konflikt og svake statsstrukturer i Europas nabolag skaper sikkerhetsutfordringer også for Norge.
The Government will implement a strategy to strengthen Norway's engagement in fragile states and regions in the Middle East, North Africa and the Sahel. 
Regjeringen vil iverksette en strategi for å styrke norsk engasjement i sårbare stater og regioner i Midtøsten, Nord-Afrika og Sahel.
Further develop its close defence policy cooperation and security policy dialogue with Germany, the UK, the Netherlands and France. 
Videreutvikle det tette forsvarspolitiske samarbeidet og den sikkerhetspolitiske dialogen med Tyskland, Storbritannia, Nederland og Frankrike.
Strengthen the Norwegian armed forces, and gradually increase the defence budget to reach NATO's 2 % target. 
Styrke det norske forsvaret og gradvis øke forsvarsbudsjettet opp mot Natos toprosentmål.
Intensify efforts in fragile states in the Middle East, North Africa and the Sahel. 
Øke norsk innsats i sårbare stater i Midtøsten, Nord-Afrika og Sahel.
There will be a considerable increase in Norwegian aid to this region, and Norway will have a stronger presence with the establishment of new embassies in Tunisia and Mali. 
Betydelig økning av norsk bistand til denne regionen.
A strategy for Norway's efforts in fragile states will be launched. 
Iverksette strategi for innsats i sårbare stater.
Contribute to efforts to promote peace and stability in Europe by doubling assistance to the Western Balkans. 
Bidra til fred og stabilitet i Europa ved å doble bistanden til Vest-Balkan.
Seek closer security policy cooperation with the EU. 
Søke tettere sikkerhetspolitisk samarbeid med EU.
Ensure better access for Norway in the planning and implementation of EU operations. 
Sikre bedre norsk tilgang i planlegging og gjennomføring av EU-operasjoner.
Strengthen the dialogue with our Nordic neighbours by organising regular six-monthly meetings of Nordic foreign ministers. 
Styrke dialogen med våre nordiske naboer ved å få på plass halvårlige utenriksministermøter i nordisk krets.
St. 36 (2016–2017) - Setting the course for Norwegian foreign and security policy 
36 (2016–2017) - Veivalg i norsk utenriks- og sikkerhetspolitikk
The Government will intensify European cooperation and redouble its efforts in unstable areas to the south and east of Europe, while maintaining and further developing its transatlantic cooperation. 
Regjeringen vil styrke europeisk samarbeid og øke innsatsen i ustabile områder sør og øst for Europa samtidig som det transatlantiske samarbeidet bevares og videreutvikles.
Norway and Sweden agree on a common market for green certificates 
Norge og Sverige enige om et felles elsertifikatmarked
A common market for green certificates is to be in place by 1 January 2012. 
De vil etablere et felles elsertifikatmarked med oppstart første januar 2012.
The new system is expected to generate 26,4 TWh by 2020, each country financing 13,2 TWh. 
Totalt kommer det nye sertifikatsystemet til å gi 26,4 TWh fra 2012 til 2020, fordelt på 13,2 TWh i hvert land.
The total power output equals eight gas-fired power plants. 
Det er en produksjon som tilsvarer om lag åtte gasskraftverk.
-This is a great day. 
-Dette er en stor dag.
I am very pleased that we have now signed the protocol with Sweden and bring to fruition the plans for a common market for green certificates. 
Jeg er svært glad for at vi nå har undertegnet protokollen med Sverige og kan fullføre planene om et felles sertifikatmarked.
In the period up to 2020 we will see a significant expansion of renewable energy projects in both Sweden and Norway. 
Fram mot 2020 vil vi se en betydelig utbygging av fornybar energi i både Norge og Sverige.
Terje Riis-Johansen and Maud Olofsson, photo: Sandra Baqirjazid 
Terje Riis-Johansen og Maud Olofsson, foto: Sandra Baqirjazid.
Sweden has had a market for green certificates since 1 May 2003. 
Sverige har hatt et elsertifikatsystem siden 1. mai 2003.
A common system between Sweden and Norway based on the swedish model means that the market expands, both in terms of volume and the number of actors, compared to a national market. 
Et felles system mellom Sverige og Norge der Norge knytter seg til den svenske modellen innebærer at markedet får et større volum og flere aktører enn i nasjonale markeder.
They agree that the conditions for developing wind power are favourable in both countries. 
Det er enighet om at det ligger godt til rette for vindkraftutbygging i begge land.
Foreign Minister Støre’s reaction to crisis in the Palestinian Territory 
Utenriksministeren om krisen i Det palestinske området
“Norway’s support to the Palestinian people will be continued. 
- Norges støtte til det palestinske folk vil bli videreført.
This entails continued support to President Mahmoud Abbas as the democratically elected head of the Palestinian Authority. 
Dette innebærer fortsatt støtte til president Mahmoud Abbas som demokratisk valgt leder for de palestinske selvstyremyndighetene.
This is a decision that was taken by President Abbas on the basis of the Palestinian Basic Law,” said the Foreign Minister. 
Dette er en beslutning president Abbas har tatt med grunnlag i den palestinske grunnloven, sier utenriksministeren.
“Now it is important that President Abbas is given broad international support for his efforts to get the security situation under control and restore calm. 
- Det er nå viktig at president Abbas får bred internasjonal støtte for sine anstrengelser med å få kontroll over sikkerhetssituasjonen og skape ro.
At the same time it is important that President Abbas and the new prime minister continue their efforts to bring about Palestinian reconciliation and unity,” said Mr Støre. 
Samtidig er det viktig at president Abbas og den nye statsministeren viderefører arbeidet for palestinsk forsoning og enhet, framholder Støre.
“The situation in the Palestinian Territory affects the stability and security of the entire region. 
- Situasjonen i Det palestinske området berører stabilitet og sikkerhet i regionen.
Norway has therefore called on the UN Security Council to begin consultations immediately. 
Derfor har Norge oppfordret FNs sikkerhetsråd til umiddelbart å starte konsultasjoner.
International engagement and involvement are essential in order to bring the situation in the Palestinian Territory under control,” said the Foreign Minister. 
Internasjonalt engasjement og involvering er nødvendig for å bringe situasjonen i Det palestinske området under kontroll, sier utenriksministeren.
“It is regrettable that the Palestinian National Unity Government had to be dissolved. 
- Det er beklagelig at den palestinske samlingsregjerningen måtte oppløses.
Important actors in the international community failed to grasp this opportunity, and the protracted boycott combined with Israel’s withholding of Palestinian tax revenues undermined the Government’s prospects of succeeding,” said Mr Støre. 
Viktige aktører i det internasjonale samfunn grep ikke denne muligheten, og vedvarende boikott sammen med Israels tilbakeholdelse av palestinske skatteinntekter, vanskeliggjorde regjeringens mulighet til å lykkes, sier Støre.
“Our development cooperation with the Palestinian Authority will continue. 
- Vårt utviklingssamarbeid med palestinske myndigheter vil fortsette.
The channels we use to transfer our support will be assessed in the light of how the political situation in the Palestinian Territory evolves.” 
Hvilke kanaler vi vil benytte for å overføre vår støtte vil bli vurdert i lys av den videre politiske utviklingen i Det palestinske området.
“The Government will also cooperate with Norwegian NGOs to alleviate the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. 
- Regjeringen vil samarbeide med norske frivillige organisasjoner for å dempe den økende humanitære krisen i Gaza.