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ABC News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Kara drags Matt back into the Epstein rabbit hole
After an entire week looking into the Oslo Accords, we still had a residual urge to find out more about Mona Juul and Terje Rod Larsen, the Norwegian couple who were instrumental in brokering that landmark agreement. We were reading about the play, reading about the movie... and then suddenly, unexpectedly, Kara plunged into a rabbit hole. A very unexpected, but oddly familiar one…it involves a trip to Mongolia, a former Australian Prime Minister, and Mona and Terje. Follow If You're Listening on the ABC Listen app. Check out our series on YouTube:
ABC News
13-08-2025
- Politics
- ABC News
How Middle East peace plans were hatched in the Norwegian woods
Even the most seasoned negotiators can't agree on how to bring peace to the Middle East. Everyone agrees that - on a personal level - it's a problem too big, too old and too entrenched for them to even have an impact on. Except Mona and Terje. Norwegians Mona Juul and Terje Rød-Larsen looked at this extremely complicated conflict and said 'we can fix this'. Follow If You're Listening on the ABC Listen app. Check out our series on YouTube:
Ammon
15-05-2025
- Business
- Ammon
Norwegian Ambassador commends Jordan's role in delivering aid to Gaza
Ammon News - Norwegian Ambassador to Jordan Mona Juul affirmed her country's appreciation for the key role Jordan is playing, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II, in delivering and facilitating humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. On the occasion of Norway's National Day, Juul expressed deep concern over the blockade imposed by Israel on Gaza. She stressed the importance of Israel's compliance with international humanitarian law and allowing the delivery of humanitarian assistance to the Strip. She also noted that Norway has recently recognized the State of Palestine. The ambassador highlighted the strength of the relationship and partnership between the two countries across various fields, supported by the distinguished ties between the royal families. She noted that mutual visits have contributed to the development of these relations. Juul pointed to the existence of excellent cooperation, consultation, and coordination between the two countries at different levels on regional issues and matters of mutual interest. She added that despite the modest volume of trade exchange, there is a shared interest in enhancing and expanding economic cooperation. She emphasized the promising opportunities for collaboration in the renewable energy sector, noting Norway's strong and efficient companies in this field and Jordan's growing interest in developing solar and wind energy. She added that other sectors of mutual interest could include tourism and organic agriculture. According to Juul, Norway's exports to Jordan mainly consist of oil, gas, seafood, and fish, while Jordan's exports to Norway primarily include textiles and vegetables. She stated that Norway is proud to partner in the Multi-Donor Trust Fund for Growth, implemented in cooperation with the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation and the World Bank, to provide technical support aimed at stimulating growth in Jordan's economy. Norway, she added, remains committed to supporting Jordan's economic reform program for no less than the next five years. This year, the country pledged an additional USD 2 million to this effort. Juul stressed that human rights and women's empowerment are among Norway's top priorities, both domestically and internationally. She said Norway supports the International Labour Organization's efforts in Jordan to promote gender equality, safety, and inclusion in the workplace, in addition to supporting various women's organizations and local NGOs. She indicated that Norway's total contribution to development cooperation in Jordan is expected to reach nearly USD 14 million in 2024. Of this, USD 10 million is managed by the Norwegian embassy in Amman, while the remaining USD 4 million is administered from Oslo as humanitarian aid. The ambassador praised Jordan's generosity in hosting refugees and reaffirmed Norway's commitment to providing substantial support to Syrian and Palestinian refugees. She also commended Jordan's efforts to integrate Syrian refugee children into the national education system. She noted that Norway supports double-shift schools in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and contributed approximately USD 6.5 million to support the ministry in this area last year. Petra
Jordan News
10-02-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Army Chief Norwegian Ambassador discuss military cooperation - Jordan News
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Major General Yousef Huneiti, received Norwegian Ambassador Mona Juul on Sunday at the General Command of the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army. اضافة اعلان During the meeting, attended by senior Jordanian Armed Forces officers and the Norwegian defense attaché, discussions focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation and coordination across various fields. They also reviewed regional and international developments in a manner that serves the interests of both countries' armed forces. Huneiti underscored the importance of the strategic partnership between Jordan and Norway and highlighted the need for unified international efforts to promote global security and peace. Juul, in turn, commended Jordan's pivotal role, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II, in fostering security and stability in the region. Petra
Jordan Times
09-02-2025
- Politics
- Jordan Times
Army chief, Norwegian ambassador discuss military cooperation
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Major General Yousef Huneiti receives Norwegian Ambassador Mona Juul on Sunday at the General Command of the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army (JAF) (Petra photo) AMMAN — Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Major General Yousef Huneiti received Norwegian Ambassador Mona Juul on Sunday at the General Command of the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army (JAF). During the meeting, attended by senior JAF officers and the Norwegian defence attaché, discussions focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation and coordination across various fields. They also reviewed regional and international developments in a manner that serves the interests of both countries' armed forces, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra. Huneiti underscored the importance of the strategic partnership between Jordan and Norway and highlighted the need for unified international efforts to promote global security and peace. Juul commended Jordan's pivotal role, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah, in fostering security and stability in the region.
