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Minister for Foreign Affairs introduces Iceland's fourth National Action Plan for Women, Peace and Security

Iceland’s fourth National Action Plan (NAP) on Women Peace and Security has been published. The NAP sets out the government’s policy for implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1325, and the broader Women, Peace and Security Agenda until 2030.

Iceland’s National Action Plan on women, peace and security 2025–2030

With United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security (UNSCR 1325), adopted in 2000, the Council recognised for the first time the gendered impact of conflict and the crucial role of women in peace and security efforts.…

ISTP 2025: International Summit on the Teaching Profession in Reykjavík

The International Summit on the Teaching Profession, ISTP 2025, takes place in Reykjavík, Iceland on 24-26 March 2025. Twenty-five ministers of education from leading countries in the field of education, along with heads of teacher associations, will attend the Summit to discuss education reforms.

Joint statement by the ministers for foreign affairs of the Nordic-Baltic countries

Minister announces defence policy formulation and actions

Iceland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, presented a proposal to the government yesterday for the formulation of a policy for Iceland's security and defence. The new coalition government's platform from 21 December 2024 states that a security and defence policy will be formulated.…

Aurora Forum - UK and Nordic-Baltic Eight Ministerial Roundtable: Joint Statement

Proposal on the resolution of HF fund

A Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs discussion committee and advisors to the pension funds have jointly drafted proposals on the settlement of Housing Financing Fund (HFF) bonds, which will facilitate the winding-up of ÍL Fund (previously the HFF). The ÍL Fund project management team has recommended to the Minister that efforts be made to advance the proposals.

S&P Global Ratings affirms Iceland at 'A+/A-1', Outlook Stable

S&P Global Ratings has affirmed 'A+/A-1' long- and short-term foreign and local currency sovereign credit ratings on Iceland. The outlook is stable.

The Minister for Foreign Affairs addressed a UNESCO conference on the situation of women and girls in Afghanistan

The dire situation of women and girls in Afghanistan was discussed at a conference held at the initiative of Iceland at the headquarters of UNESCO in Paris today on the occasion of International Women's Day. A video address from the Minister for Foreign Affairs, H.E. Ms.…

Iceland and Georgia sign air services agreement

An air services agreement between Iceland and Georgia was signed in Reykjavík today. This is the first air services agreement between the two countries, but preparations for the agreement began in 2018. Martin Eyjólfsson, Permanent Secretary of State, and Givi Davitashvili, Director of the Civil Aviation Agency of Georgia, signed the agreement.

Joint statement of the leaders of Ukraine and Nordic-Baltic Eight

Joint statement of the leaders of Ukraine and Nordic-Baltic Eight on the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale aggression against Ukraine.

Minister puts emphasis on safeguarding human rights and international system in address to UN Human Rights Council

Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir today delivered her address to the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. In her speech, Foreign Minister Gunnarsdóttir emphasized the need to safeguard the United Nations and the international system established after World War II.…

Joint statement on the first anniversary of Alexei Navalny’s death

Fitch Affirms Iceland at ‘A’; Outlook Stable

Fitch Ratings has affirmed Iceland's Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'A' with a Stable Outlook.

Public Offering of the Icelandic State’s Share in Íslandsbanki

The Icelandic Government is preparing to sell its remaining stake in Íslandsbanki, approximately 42,5% of the bank’s shares, over the coming months. The sale will be conducted in accordance with Act no. 80/2024 and grants individuals priority in the offering.

Nordic-Baltic leaders’ statement on Ukraine

Nordic-Baltic leaders’ statement (Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden, 14 February 2025)

The Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse calls for gender to be an integral part of the AI Action Summit

Nordic Baltic Foreign Ministers statement on Belarus

The Nordic-Baltic countries support the statement by EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas on support to the Belarusian people.

Regular Consultation Meeting on Bilateral Relations between Iceland and Greenland

Senior officials from Iceland and Greenland met in Reykjavík on Wednesday to review the bilateral cooperation between the countries. The meeting was part of regular consultations between the countries based on a cooperation declaration signed by the Prime Ministers of Iceland Greenland in Reykjavík on 13 October 2022 on increased cooperation.…

The Minister for Foreign Affairs’ working visit to Ukraine

Thorgerdur Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iceland, made a working visit to Ukraine on Tuesday.

Finland conducts its first NATO Air Policing Mission in Iceland

A Finnish fighter detachment will arrive in Iceland by the end of January for a NATO Air Policing Mission. The detachment consists of four F/A-18 Hornet fighter jets and up to 50 personnel.

Joint Statement by Nordic Baltic countries on the energy situation in the Republic of Moldova

We note Gazprom’s decision to cease gas supplies to Moldova as of January 1st, 2025. This action is aimed at undermining political and economic stability in Moldova.

Iceland takes seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council

On January 1st, Iceland became a Member of the United Nations Human Rights Council and will serve for a three-year term, or until the end of 2027.

Exposition on Performance-Based University Funding Available in English

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation has published an Exposition on Performance-Based University Funding in English.

Medium-Term Debt Management Strategy 2025-2029

The Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs has published Medium-Term Debt Management Strategy for the period 2025-2029. The MTDMS is presented on the basis of the fiscal plan, in accordance with Article 38 of the Act on Public Finances, no. 123/2015, and is to be presented annually.…

Joint Statement by Nordic Baltic Foreign Ministers on Situation in Georgia

Afgreiðslutími sendiráðsins í Vín yfir hátíðarnar

Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir assumes role as Minister for Foreign Affairs

Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir assumed the role of Minister for Foreign Affairs today, succeeding Þórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörð Gylfadóttir, the outgoing Minister. Þorgerður Katrín becomes the the fifth woman to hold this position.

New Icelandic Government takes office

A Government consisting of the Social Democratic Alliance, the Liberal Reform Party and the People‘s Party took office today. The new government is headed by Kristrún Frostadóttir, the chairman of the Social Democratic Alliance.

Popular course on security and defence issues

Around 50 people have now completed an in-depth course on security and defence issues, conducted jointly by the Directorate for Defence at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Justice. Altogether three fully subscribed courses have been held so far.

JEF Leaders' Summit Emphasizes Continued Support for Ukraine

Security developments in Europe, support for Ukraine, and increased defence cooperation were among the topics discussed by the leaders of the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) at their summit in Tallinn, Estonia, which concluded today. Foreign Minister Þórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörð Gylfadóttir attended the meeting on behalf of the Prime Minister.

Advanced Research Workshop on Undersea Communications Cables and Crisis Management

The Department of Defence in Ireland and the Directorate for Defence of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs in Iceland jointly hosted an Advanced Research Workshop on Undersea Communications Cables and Crisis Management on 3-5 December.

Licences for hunting of fin whales and minke whales issued

The Minister of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries has issued licences to the companies Hvalur hf. and Tjaldtangi for the hunting of fin and minke whales respectively. The licences will be valid for a total of five years and will be extended for a year annually.

ICC 23rd Assembly of States Parties - General Debate

VEGNA UTANKJÖRFUNDARATKVÆÐAGREIÐSLU - SENDING ATKVÆÐA

VEGNA UTANKJÖRFUNDARATKVÆÐAGREIÐSLU 2024

Íslendingar búsettir erlendis – Kosningaréttur í Alþingiskosningum 30. nóvember 2024

Unlocking Potential Effective Strategies for Supporting Immigrant Children

The Nordic Network for Newly Arrived Students, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Children in Iceland, organised a conference titled Unlocking Potential: Effective Strategies for Supporting Immigrant Children.…

Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse on the lifecycle of online violence from childhood to adulthood

Call for Applications for grants from the Development Fund for Immigrant Issues

The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour and the Immigrant Council invite applications for grants from the Development Fund for Immigrant Issues.

ALÞINGISKOSNINGAR 2024

Statement by Nordic Ministers of Foreign Affairs on the situation in Georgia

We, the Nordics, join the international calls for a thorough and impartial investigation of reported irregularities before and during Georgia’s 26 October parliamentary elections. It is essential to dispel doubts that have been cast on the integrity of the electoral process.

Utankjörfundaratkvæðagreiðsla hjá kjörræðismönnum

Declaration by the Nordic Prime Ministers

Declaration from the Nordic Prime Ministers meeting in Reykjavik 29 October

Statement at the fourth Nordic-Ukrainian Summit

At the fourth Nordic-Ukrainian Summit in Thingvellir on 28 October, the Prime Ministers of Iceland, Denmark, Norway, Finland and Sweden and the President of Ukraine issued the following statement:

Volodymyr Zelensky to visit Iceland

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky will arrive in Iceland tomorrow. President Zelensky will meet with Prime Minister of Iceland, Bjarni Benediktsson, and participate in the fourth Nordic-Ukrainian summit.

Utankjörfundaratkvæðagreiðsla vegna alþingiskosninga 2024

Athygli er vakin á því að utankjörfundaratkvæðagreiðsla vegna alþingiskosninganna á Íslandi þann 30. nóvember 2024, hefst í sendiráði Íslands í Vín fimmtudaginn 7. nóvember.

Kosning utan kjörfundar í sendiráði Íslands í London, Alþingiskosningar 2024

Utankjörfundaratkvæðagreiðsla vegna Alþingiskosninga hefst þann 7. nóvember

Nordic statement on the draft legal bills in the Knesset related to UNRWA

The Nordic countries are deeply concerned by the recent introduction of draft legal bills in the Knesset that, if adopted, would prevent the UNRWA from continuing its operations in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and Gaza.…

Strong Bilateral Defense Relationship Reaffirmed with Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff

The challenging security environment, cooperation in the Arctic, and bilateral defense cooperation between Iceland and the United States were among the topics discussed during a recent meeting between Foreign Minister Þórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörð Gylfadóttir and General Charles Q. Brown Jr., U.S. Chairman of the Joints Chiefs of Staff.