Gjermund Saether (@norambsa) 's Twitter Profile
Gjermund Saether

@norambsa

Norwegian Ambassador to South Africa, Madagascar, Botswana, Namibia and SADC. Ambassador designete to Lesotho and Zimbabwe. Resident in Pretoria.

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Norway condemns the sentencing of Russian election expert and Golos co-chair Grigory Melkonyants. This signals a continued authoritarian path. Independent observation is crucial for trust in elections. We stand with Russian civil society & urges the release of political prisoners

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Today, rescuers have been working in more than 30 Ukrainian cities and villages following Russia’s massive strike. Wherever necessary, work continues – our emergency services are on the ground, providing assistance and supporting people. Thank you. Nearly 300 attack drones were

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Today, I met Mohammad Mustafa, PM of Palestine, to discuss the situation in 🇵🇸. PM of Palestine is doing important work to build a resilient Palestinian state. They need our support, now more than ever.

Today, I met Mohammad Mustafa, PM of Palestine, to discuss the situation in 🇵🇸. 

<a href="/PalestinePMO/">PM of Palestine</a> is doing important work to build a resilient Palestinian state. They need our support, now more than ever.
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Great day to spend parts of #AfricaDay2025 at LATITUDES art fair in Joburg at very charming Shepstone Gardens . Impressive works by many African artist, including 🇿🇼 Xanthe Somerset and 🇿🇦 Dalingcebo Ngubane.

Great day to spend parts of #AfricaDay2025 at <a href="/latitudesonline/">LATITUDES</a> art fair in Joburg at very charming <a href="/Shepstone_G/">Shepstone Gardens</a> . Impressive works by many African artist, including 🇿🇼 Xanthe Somerset and 🇿🇦 Dalingcebo Ngubane.
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A year ago 🇮🇪🇳🇴🇸🇮🇪🇸 recognized the State of Palestine. We did so because the Palestinian people have the right to their own state, where they can live in peace and security in a two-state solution. regjeringen.no/no/aktuelt/a-r…

A year ago 🇮🇪🇳🇴🇸🇮🇪🇸 recognized the State of Palestine. We did so because the Palestinian people have the right to their own state, where they can live in peace and security in a two-state solution.

regjeringen.no/no/aktuelt/a-r…
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It was a great pleasure to host a dinner with Masimanyane WRI, plus guests from many embassies and The Presidency 🇿🇦.We need to fight for women’s rights, including for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. In the fight against SGBV, innovation is needed. ⚽️can be used to reach all!

It was a great pleasure to host a dinner with <a href="/Masimanyane/">Masimanyane WRI</a>, plus guests from many embassies and <a href="/PresidencyZA/">The Presidency 🇿🇦</a>.We need to fight for women’s rights, including for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. In the fight against SGBV, innovation is needed. ⚽️can be used to reach all!
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Nordic sportsday at beautiful Pretoria Botanical Garden today 🇳🇴🇸🇪🇫🇮🇩🇰. This years exercises had more emphasis on both endurance and smartness, thus no surprise 🇳🇴 won the whole thing 😂😂😂. It is always great fun to spend time with Nordic friends. Thanks to 🇩🇰 for organising!

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An honor to attend the funeral proceedings of ANC - African National Congress stalwart Gertrude Shope.She fought against economic oppression and apartheid, as well as leading on women’s rights.Proud that our cooperation with DIRCO South Africa on WPS carries her name 🇳🇴🇿🇦Good speeches by Cyril Ramaphosa 🇿🇦 daughter

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#AfricaDay2025 Great celebration of Africa’s diversity and unity in 🇿🇦 Ekuruleni municipality today! Norwegian salmon & cod roe added some ‘exotic touch’ to the rich African cuisines 🇳🇴🌍

#AfricaDay2025 
Great celebration of Africa’s diversity and unity in 🇿🇦 Ekuruleni municipality today!

Norwegian salmon &amp; cod roe added some ‘exotic touch’ to the rich African cuisines 🇳🇴🌍
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Norway and Japan share a long-standing friendship. In today’s meeting with Foreign Minister Iwaya, we agreed to deepen our economic and security cooperation. We also exchanged views on the geopolitical situation including developments in East Asia, the Middle East and Ukraine.

Norway and Japan share a long-standing friendship.

In today’s meeting with Foreign Minister Iwaya, we agreed to deepen our economic and security cooperation. We also exchanged views on the geopolitical situation including developments in East Asia, the Middle East and Ukraine.
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Norway congratulates Bahrain 🇧🇭,Colombia🇨🇴, Democratic Republic of the Congo🇨🇩, Latvia🇱🇻, and Liberia🇱🇷 on their election to the UN Security Council #UNSC We are looking forward to working together for a more just and peaceful world

Norway congratulates Bahrain 🇧🇭,Colombia🇨🇴, Democratic Republic of the Congo🇨🇩, Latvia🇱🇻, and Liberia🇱🇷 on their election to the UN Security Council #UNSC 
We are looking forward to working together for a more just and peaceful world
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Our oceans are under threat, and the #BBNJ agreement is an important step toward strengthening their protection. I am proud that Norway today officially ratified the agreement protecting biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. #SaveOurOceans regjeringen.no/en/aktuelt/nor…

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Today, I had a meaningful exchange with Tom Fletcher Tom Fletcher. We discussed UN reform, the dire situations in Gaza and Sudan - and the immediate need for humanitarian access. As humanitarian needs grow, Norway remains a predictable partner, committed to international law.

Today, I had a meaningful exchange with <a href="/UNReliefChief/">Tom Fletcher</a> Tom Fletcher. 

We discussed UN reform, the dire situations in Gaza and Sudan - and the immediate need for humanitarian access. As humanitarian needs grow, Norway remains a predictable partner, committed to international law.
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Russia continues its attacks on civilians in Ukraine. In Kharkiv last night, as in Kyiv the night before, ordinary Ukrainians were bombed while sleeping. Ukraine attacks legitimate military targets. Russia attacks civilians indiscriminately.   This is  completely unacceptable.

Russia continues its attacks on civilians in Ukraine. In Kharkiv last night, as in Kyiv the night before, ordinary Ukrainians were bombed while sleeping. Ukraine attacks legitimate military targets. Russia attacks civilians indiscriminately.  
This is  completely unacceptable.
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Good conversation with Dmytro ⁦⁦⁦⁦Dmytro Lubinets⁩ on how Norway can support the return of Ukrainian children, PoWs, civilians held by Russia. The human dimension of a future ceasefire/peace agreement is important. 🇳🇴 supports 🇺🇦 on its way to a just and lasting peace.

Good conversation with Dmytro ⁦⁦⁦⁦<a href="/lubinetzs/">Dmytro Lubinets</a>⁩ on how Norway can support the return of Ukrainian children, PoWs, civilians held by Russia. The human dimension of a future ceasefire/peace agreement is important. 🇳🇴 supports 🇺🇦 on its way to a just and lasting peace.
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The people of Ukraine need peace – now. Norway supports Ukraine’s freedom fight and defense against Russia’s aggression. FM Espen Barth Eide was pleased to welcome 1st Deputy Minister Sergiy Kyslytsya 🇺🇦 to Norway today.

The people of Ukraine need peace – now.

Norway supports Ukraine’s freedom fight and defense against Russia’s aggression.

FM <a href="/EspenBarthEide/">Espen Barth Eide</a> was pleased to welcome 1st Deputy Minister <a href="/SergiyKyslytsya/">Sergiy Kyslytsya 🇺🇦</a> to Norway today.
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Today, the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway and the United Kingdom have announced sanctions targeting Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich for inciting violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. 🇦🇺🇨🇦🇳🇿🇬🇧🇳🇴 Joint statement: regjeringen.no/en/whatsnew/de…

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The work to promote peace and reconciliation has been a long standing priority in Norway’s foreign policy. It is not always successful, but more important than ever. South Africa is a key partner in our work 🇿🇦🇳🇴DIRCO South Africa Zane Dangor Sophie Mokoena ACCORD ISS