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14. Apr 2021Embassy of Iceland in Vienna, Mission, Alignments, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna

81 Joint FSC PC fundur, 14. apríl 2021 (Unusual Military Activities of the Russian Federation)

14 April 2021 / Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Alignments Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna 81 Joint FSC PC fundur, 14. apríl 2021 (Unusual Military Activities of the Russian Federation) EU statement on Unusual Military Activities of the Russian Federation Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Alignments Ministry for Foreign Affairs Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna

09. Apr 2021Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Covid-19, Ministry of Health

COVID-19: Border measures - amended requirements for quarantine

As of April 9, 2021, new regulation no. 375/2021 is in effect about quarantine and isolation and testing at the Icelandic border due to COVID-19. Clearer requirements are made for home quarantine, regarding housing and rules of conduct. Those who are unable to stay in a home quarantine that fulfils the requirements will need to stay at a quarantine facility. However, no fee shall be collected for the stay. This is among the stipulations of a new regulation issued by the Minister of Health that entered into force on the 9th of April and is based on recommendations from the Chief Epidemiologist.

09. Apr 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Statements, Ræður fulltrúa Íslands, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs

Joint Nordic Statement at the Arria formula meeting on Myanmar

09 April 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Joint Nordic Statement at the Arria formula meeting on Myanmar JOINT NORDIC STATEMENT by Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden for the Arria formula meeting on Myanmar Friday 9 April 2021 The Nordic countries, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden, strongly condemn the military coup in Myanmar and are deeply concerned by the gross violations of human rights. We call on the military authorities to immediately stop the violence, end the state of emergency and restore the elected civilian government.

08. Apr 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Statements, Ræður fulltrúa Íslands, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs

Statement at the 10th Annual ECOSOC Youth Forum by Mr. Asmundur Einar Dadason, Minister of Social Affairs and Children

08 April 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statement at the 10th Annual ECOSOC Youth Forum by Mr. Asmundur Einar Dadason, Minister of Social Affairs and Children The 10th Annual Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum MINISTERIAL ROUNDTABLE - ACHIEVING THE SDGs WITH AND FOR YOUTH WEDNESDAY 7 APRIL 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM Intervention of Mr. Asmundur Einar Dadason, Minister of Social Affairs and Children, Iceland

02. Apr 2021Ministry of Health, Life and Health, Public Safety and Security, Tourism, Ministry for Foreign Affairs

FAQ regarding amended rules at the borders on testing and quarantine

As of April 1, 2021 new regulations no. 355/2021 are in effect about quarantine and isolation and testing at the Icelandic border due to COVID-19. With regards to inquiries made about quarantine houses and other novelties related to this regulatory change, Icelandic authorities have compiled the main questions and answers to them:

31. Mar 2021Embassy of Iceland in Vienna, Mission, Alignments, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna

1308 PC, 31 March 2021 (SMMU Mandate)

31 March 2021 / Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Alignments Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna 1308 PC, 31 March 2021 (SMMU Mandate) EU statement on the SMMU Mandate Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Alignments Ministry for Foreign Affairs Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna

31. Mar 2021Ministry of Health, Covid-19, Ministry for Foreign Affairs

COVID-19: Spain removed from the list of countries identified as risk zones

The Ministry of Health has decided to remove mainland Spain from the Chief Epidemiologist´s list of countries identifying the countries defined as risk zones due to high notification rates of new COVID-19 infections. This is done in light of the assessment of the Ministry that the definition does not comply with the applicable regulation of the Minister of Health on quarantine, isolation and testing at the borders of Iceland because of COVID-19 even though data is lacking regarding the number of infections in one district of the country. Passengers from mainland Spain shall be subject to quarantine in private accommodation following the amendment and not in a quarantine facility.

30. Mar 2021Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Life and Health, Ministry of Health

COVID-19: Amended rules at the borders on testing and quarantine on the 1st of April

Children born in 2005 or later shall be tested at the borders of Iceland as from the coming 1st of April. - Passengers who submit a vaccination certificate or a certificate of a prior infection will be required to undergo one test upon arrival to the country. - Travellers from certain defined risk zones shall stay in quarantine or isolated in a quarantine facility between the first and the second test. - All travellers shall preregister the date of their departure, if known, before arrival to the country. - As from the 11th of April a fee will be levied on travellers for staying in a quarantine facility.

30. Mar 2021Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Life and Health, Ministry of Health

COVID-19: Amended rules at the borders on testing and quarantine on the 1st of April

Children born in 2005 or later shall be tested at the borders of Iceland as from the coming 1st of April. - Passengers who submit a vaccination certificate or a certificate of a prior infection will be required to undergo one test upon arrival to the country. - Travellers from certain defined risk zones shall stay in quarantine or isolated in a quarantine facility between the first and the second test. - All travellers shall preregister the date of their departure, if known, before arrival to the country. - As from the 11th of April a fee will be levied on travellers for staying in a quarantine facility.

25. Mar 2021Ministry of Justice, Life and Health, Covid-19, Tourism, Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Regulation exempting vaccinated non-Schengen travellers from travel restrictions to come into force on 6 April

The Minister of Justice of Iceland has decided that the previously announced decision to exempt from travel restrictions those who can provide proof of vaccination or prior infection will take effect on 6 April. The change in regulation will allow travellers from non-Schengen countries, who meet the criteria, to travel to Iceland for non-essential reasons.

25. Mar 2021Embassy of Iceland in Vienna, Mission, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna, Alignments

1307 PC, 25 March 2021 (reply HoM BiH, Freedom of Assembly in Russian Federation, Constitutional Reform in Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Ukraine, Turkey's withdrawal from Istanbul convention)

25 March 2021 / Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna Alignments 1307 PC, 25 March 2021 (reply HoM BiH, Freedom of Assembly in Russian Federation, Constitutional Reform in Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Ukraine, Turkey's withdrawal from Istanbul convention) EU reply to HoM Bosnia and Herzegovina EU statement on Freedom of Assembly in Russian Federation EU statement on Constitutional Reform in Kyrgyzstan EU statement on Belarus EU statement on Ukraine Joint statement on Turkey's withdrawal from the Istanbul convention Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Ministry for Foreign Affairs Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna Alignments

25. Mar 2021Prime Ministers Office, Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Stricter measures intended to stop new outbreak in Iceland

The Government of Iceland announced yesterday measures to prevent a potential new wave of COVID-19 infections. After multiple clusters of infections were detected (largely in two primary schools in Iceland), these new measures will remain in place for three weeks. A total of 89 people in Iceland are currently in isolation after testing positive for COVID-19. This is the highest number in isolation since 20 January.

24. Mar 2021Embassy of Iceland in Vienna, Mission, Alignments, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna

971 FSC, 24 March 2021 (Closing Session of US FSC Chairpersonship)

24 March 2021 / Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Alignments Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna 971 FSC, 24 March 2021 (Closing Session of US FSC Chairpersonship) EU statement on Closing Session of US FSC Chairpersonship Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Alignments Ministry for Foreign Affairs Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna

23. Mar 2021Speeches and Articles, Mission, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Statements

HRC46 - All national and NB8 statements

23 March 2021 / Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva Statements HRC46 - All national and NB8 statements During each session Iceland delivers a number of statements on issues ranging from the human rights situation in individual countries to thematic issues. Those statements can be found below: Statement by the Minister during the High-level segment Interactive debate on the human rights situation in Belarus Interactive dialogue with the High Commissioner Interactive dialogue on freedom of religion & belief Interactive dialogue on human rights defenders Interactive dialogue on Venezuela Interactive dialogue on the human rights situation in Ukraine Interactive dialogue on the human rights situation in Central-African

22. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - General debate-Item 10

22 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - General debate-Item 10 General debate-Item 10 22 March 2021 Statement by Finland on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Madam President, I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of Denmark, Estonia, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden and my own country Finland.

22. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - Central African Republic

22 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - Central African Republic High-level ID on human rights situation in the Central African Republic 22 March 2021 Statement by Iceland on behalf of the Nordic countries Madame President, I am honored to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic countries. We thank the Independent Expert for his continued efforts to highlight human rights concerns in the Central African Republic. We remain thankful for OHCHR´s continued support of the human rights mandate of MINUSCA and pay tribute to the peacekeepers that lost their lives in recent months

22. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - human rights situation in Mali

22 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - human rights situation in Mali Interactive dialogue with the Independent Expert on the human rights situation in Mali 22 March 2021 Statement by Sweden on behalf of the Nordic countries Thank you, President I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic countries. We thank the Independent Expert, Mr. Tine, for the comprehensive report

22. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - human rights situation in the DRC

22 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - human rights situation in the DRC Interactive dialogue with the High Commissioner on the human rights situation in the DRC 22 March 2021 Statement by Sweden on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Thank you, President. I have the honour to make this statement on behalf of the Nordic and Baltic countries: Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and my own country, Sweden.

20. Mar 2021Prime Ministers Office, Public Safety and Security, Ministry for Foreign Affairs

A small volcanic eruption has started in Iceland

At approximately 20.45 last night lava began flowing from a rupture in the ground around Fagradalsfjall near the fishing town of Grindavík on the Reykjanes peninsula. The eruption is considered to be small and due to its location, there is no threat to any populated areas or critical infrastructure. A few roads in the vicinity of the eruption have been closed and people are advised to stay away from valleys and other places near the fissure where toxic gases can accumulate.

18. Mar 2021Embassy of Iceland in Vienna, Mission, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna, Alignments

1306 PC, 18 March 2021 (reply HoM Serbia, Ukraine, Russia's Intensifying Campaign Against Independent Media)

18 March 2021 / Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna Alignments 1306 PC, 18 March 2021 (reply HoM Serbia, Ukraine, Russia's Intensifying Campaign Against Independent Media) EU reply to HoM to Serbia EU statement on Ukraine EU statement on Russia's Intensifying Campaign Against Independent Media Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Ministry for Foreign Affairs Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna Alignments

18. Mar 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Statements, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs

Statement delivered by H.E. Gudlaugur Thor Thordarson at High-level Meeting on "Implementation of the Water-related Goals and Targets of the 2030 Agenda"

18 March 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statement delivered by H. E. Gudlaugur Thor Thordarson at High-level Meeting on "Implementation of the Water-related Goals and Targets of the 2030 Agenda" High-level Meeting on „Implementation of the Water-related Goals and Targets of the 2030 Agenda“ Statement on behalf of the Group of Friends of Desertification, Land Degradation and Drought Gudlaugur Thór Thórdarson Minister for Foreign Affairs and Development Cooperation, Iceland 18 March 2021 Mr

17. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - General debate-Item 5

17 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - General debate-Item 5 General debate-Item 5 17 March 2021 Statement by Latvia on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Thank you, Madam President. I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic States: Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden and my own country – Latvia. We thank the Special Procedures for presenting their annual communications report, and express our sincere appreciation and support to their work, which uninterruptedly continued under the difficult circumstances caused by the pandemic and the UN liquidity crisis

16. Mar 2021Ministry of Health, Ministry of Justice, Prime Ministers Office, Foreign Affairs, Life and Health, Covid-19, Tourism, Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Exemption from border measures for vaccinated individuals to be extended to non-Schengen countries

The Icelandic government has announced that all those who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will be allowed to travel to Iceland without being subject to border measures, such as testing and quarantine. Until now, this exemption has only applied to those presenting certificates from the EU/EEA Area but will now apply equally to everyone who can provide proof of a full vaccination with a vaccine that has been certified for use by the European Medical Agency as well as requirements defined by the Chief Epidemiologist of Iceland and Icelandic regulations. The exemption also applies to those who can provide valid proof of prior infection. Documentation on prior infections must be in accordance with the requirements defined by the Chief Epidemiologist.

16. Mar 2021Ministry of Health, Ministry of Justice, Prime Ministers Office, Foreign Affairs, Life and Health, Covid-19, Tourism, Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Exemption from border measures for vaccinated individuals to be extended to non-Schengen countries

The Icelandic government has announced that all those who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 will be allowed to travel to Iceland without being subject to border measures, such as testing and quarantine. Until now, this exemption has only applied to those presenting certificates from the EU/EEA Area but will now apply equally to everyone who can provide proof of a full vaccination with a vaccine that has been certified for use by the European Medical Agency as well as requirements defined by the Chief Epidemiologist of Iceland and Icelandic regulations. The exemption also applies to those who can provide valid proof of prior infection. Documentation on prior infections must be in accordance with the requirements defined by the Chief Epidemiologist.

15. Mar 2021Embassy of Iceland in Vienna, Mission, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna, Alignments

Mediterranean Partners Group Meeting, 15 March 2021 (Post Covid-19 recovery)

15 March 2021 / Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna Alignments Mediterranean Partners Group Meeting, 15 March 2021 (Post Covid-19 recovery) EU statement on Post Covid-19 recovery: Opportunities and challenges for security and regional co-operation Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Ministry for Foreign Affairs Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna Alignments

15. Mar 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Statements

Statement by H.E. Gudlaugur Thor Thordarson at the 65th Session of the Commission of the Status of Women

15 March 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements Statement by H. E. Gudlaugur Thor Thordarson at the 65th Session of the Commission of the Status of Women Ministerial Roundtable 1 at the Commission of the Status of Women Getting to parity: good practices towards achieving women’s full and effective participation and decision-making in public life 15 March 2021 Statement by H

12. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - Commission of Inquiry on Syria

12 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - Commission of Inquiry on Syria Interactive dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on Syria 12 March 2021 Statement by Sweden on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Thank you, President. I have the honor to speak on behalf of the Nordic and Baltic countries. The conflict in Syria has raged for 10 years, proving that only a political solution in line with UNSCR 2254 can lead Syria towards sustainable peace

12. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - General debate-Item 4

12 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - General debate-Item 4 General debate-Item 4 12 March 2021 Statement by Denmark on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries I have the honor of delivering this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries. We welcome the update on the UN involvement in Myanmar and the leadership of the Secretary-General on the process of implementing the recommendations of the Rosenthal report. The Rosenthal report, as previous reports commissioned by the Secretary-General, is central to independently reviewing UN system response to the crisis in Myanmar

12. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - Special Rapporteur on Myanmar

12 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - Special Rapporteur on Myanmar Interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Myanmar 12 March 2021 Statement by Lithuania on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Thank you, President. I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Norway, Sweden and my own country Lithuania. We thank the Special Rapporteur, Mr

11. Mar 2021Embassy of Iceland in Vienna, Mission, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna, Alignments

1305 PC, 11 March 2021 (reply Co-ordinator EEA, International Women's Day, Ukraine, Belarus)

11 March 2021 / Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna Alignments 1305 PC, 11 March 2021 (reply Co-ordinator EEA, International Women's Day, Ukraine, Belarus) EU reply to Co-ordinator EEA EU statement on International Women's Day EU statement on Ukraine EU statement on Belarus Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Ministry for Foreign Affairs Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna Alignments

11. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - Commission of Inquiry for South-Sudan

11 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - Commission of Inquiry for South-Sudan Interactive dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry for South-Sudan 11 March 2021 Statement by Norway on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Madame President, I have the pleasure of delivering this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic Countries Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Sweden, and Norway. The recent formation of the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity was a major step towards restoring peace in South Sudan. We remain, however, concerned about the slow pace in implementation and urge for accelerated efforts

11. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - Commission of Inquiry for Burundi

11 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - Commission of Inquiry for Burundi Interactive dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry for Burundi 11 March 2021 Statement by Norway on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Madame President, I have the pleasure of delivering this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries: Estonia, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Sweden and Norway. We thank the Commission of Inquiry on Burundi for their presentation. We urge the Government of Burundi to cooperate with the Commission, to grant them full and unhindered access to the country and provide all the information necessary to fulfill their mandate

10. Mar 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Statements, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs

Statement by H.E. Gudlaugur Thor Thordarson at Global Champion of the UN High-Level Dialogue on Energy - Virtual Launch Programme

10 March 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statement by H. E. Gudlaugur Thor Thordarson at Global Champion of the UN High-Level Dialogue on Energy - Virtual Launch Programme Global Champion of the UN High-Level Dialogue on Energy Virtual Launch Programme High-Level Dialogue on Energy 2021: A Year of Energy Action Excellencies

08. Mar 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Statements, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs

Joint Nordic Statement at the Arria Formula Meeting on "Ensuring the Full, Equal and Meaningful Participation of Women in UN-led Peace Processes"

08 March 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Joint Nordic Statement at the Arria Formula Meeting on "Ensuring the Full, Equal and Meaningful Participation of Women in UN-led Peace Processes" Statement by Finland on behalf of the Nordic countries at the Arria Formula Meeting on 'Ensuring the Full, Equal and Meaningful Participation of Women in UN-led Peace Processes' 8 March 2021 Read the statement by Finland on behalf of the Nordic countries at the Arria Formula Meeting on 'Ensuring the Full, Equal and Meaningful Participation of Women in UN-led Peace Processes' delivered by H. E. Mr

08. Mar 2021Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN, Speeches and Articles, Mission, Statements, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs

A statement on behalf of the Group of Friends of Women, Peace and Security at UNSC open Arria-Formula Meeting

08 March 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the UN Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs A statement on behalf of the Group of Friends of Women, Peace and Security at UNSC open Arria-Formula Meeting United Nations Security Council Open Arria-Formula Meeting Call to Lead by Example: Ensuring the Full, Equal and Meaningful Participation of Women in UN-led Peace Processes Statement by Canada as Chair of the Group of Friends of Women, Peace and Security 8 March 2021 Madam / Mister President / Moderator, I am pleased to speak on behalf of the Group of Friends of Women, Peace, and Security, an informal network of 64 interested Member States[1] and the European Union, chaired by Canada, representing all five regional groups of the United Nations.

08. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - Islamic Republic of Iran

08 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - Islamic Republic of Iran Interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the Islamic Republic of Iran 8 March 2021 Statement by Denmark on behalf of the Nordic countries Madame President, I have the honor to speak on behalf of the Nordic countries. We welcome the report of the Special Rapporteur but regret that it is only able to identify few positive elements, such as progress on equal access to education. We note the Judiciary’s Document on Judicial Security and encourage rapid implementation

08. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict

08 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict Interactive dialogue with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict 8 March 2021 Statement by Estonia on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Madame President, I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden and my own country Estonia. We thank the Special Representative for her presentation and for a comprehensive report. The Nordic and Baltic countries remain strong supporters of your mandate

08. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - Special Representative of the Secretary-General on violence against children

08 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - Special Representative of the Secretary-General on violence against children Interactive dialogue with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on violence against children 8 March 2021 Statement by Lithuania on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Thank you, President. I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Norway, Sweden and my own country Lithuania. We would like to thank the Special Representative for her important work in promoting the prevention and elimination of all forms of violence against children and advancing the 2030 Agenda in this regard

05. Mar 2021Embassy of Iceland in Vienna, Mission, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna, Alignments

IAEA Board of Governors, 1-5 March 2021 (agenda items 3, 4, 5, 6, 7a, 7b, 7c, 7e and 9 )

05 March 2021 / Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna Alignments IAEA Board of Governors, 1-5 March 2021 (agenda items 3, 4, 5, 6, 7a, 7b, 7c, 7e and 9 ) Agenda item 3: The IAEA and the Covid-19 pandemic Agenda item 4: Nuclear and Radiation Safety: Nuclear Safety Review 2021 Agenda item 5: Strengthening the agency's activities related to nuclear science, technology and aplications: Nuclear Technology Review 2021 Agenda item 6: Verification and monitoring in the Islamic Republic of Iran in light of the UNSCR 2231 (2015) Agenda item 7a: The conclusion of safeguards agreements and of additional protocols Agenda item 7b: Application of Safeguards in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea

05. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - The situation of Human Rights Defenders

05 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - The situation of Human Rights Defenders Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the situation of Human Rights Defenders 5 March 2021 Statement by Iceland on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Thank you, Madame President. I have the honor to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries. We thank the Special Rapporteur for her efforts for the protection of those who daily put their lives at risk to promote and protect human rights

04. Mar 2021Embassy of Iceland in Vienna, Mission, Alignments, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna

1304 PC, 4 March 2021 (reply Acting HoM Kosovo, reply Acting HoM Montenegro, Ukraine, Crimea, Belarus, Human Rights in Russian Federation)

04 March 2021 / Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Alignments Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna 1304 PC, 4 March 2021 (reply Acting HoM Kosovo, reply Acting HoM Montenegro, Ukraine, Crimea, Belarus, Human Rights in Russian Federation) EU reply to Acting HoM in Kosovo EU reply to Acting HoM to Montenegro EU statement on Ukraine EU statement on Crimea EU statement on Human Rights in Russian Federation Embassy of Iceland in Vienna Alignments Ministry for Foreign Affairs Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Vienna

04. Mar 2021Public Safety and Security, Prime Ministers Office, Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Possible volcanic activity in southwest Iceland

Following a series of earthquakes, a volcanic tremor pulse was detected south of Mt Keilir, in the Reykjanes Peninsula, yesterday afternoon. The area is in southwest Iceland, about 20km (12.5 miles) from Keflavik International Airport and about 15km (less than 10 miles) from the Reykjavík metropolitan area. Such a tremor pulse is a strong indicator of intrusive magma movements that could lead to an imminent volcanic eruption. However, no eruption has been confirmed, but the area is being monitored closely.

03. Mar 2021Speeches and Articles, Permanent Mission of Iceland to the Council of Europe, Mission, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Statements

Statement by Iceland in exchange of views with Ms Dunja Mijatović, Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights

03 March 2021 / Permanent Mission of Iceland to the Council of Europe Ministry for Foreign Affairs Statements Statement by Iceland in exchange of views with Ms Dunja Mijatović, Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights Council of Europe, Committee of Ministers, 1397th meeting of the Ministers' Deputies. Statement delivered by Ambassador Ragnhildur Arnljótsdóttir. Thank you, Mr

03. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - Enjoyment of a safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment

03 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - Enjoyment of a safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the issue of human rights obligations relating to the enjoyment of a safe, clean, healthy and sustainable environment 3 March 2021 Statement by Finland on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries Madame President, I have the honor to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries: Denmark, Estonia, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden and my own country Finland. We thank the Special Rapporteur for his report, and for his tireless efforts to realize the right to water and sanitation as a human right.

01. Mar 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - Item 3: Annual full-day meeting on the rights of the child

01 March 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - Item 3: Annual full-day meeting on the rights of the child UN Human Rights Council 46th Session Item 3: Annual full-day meeting on the rights of the child The gaps and barriers affecting children: following up on commitments through the Decade of Action and delivery on the Sustainable Development Goals 1st March 2021 Nordic-Baltic Intervention by H. E. Ambassador Katrin Saarsalu-Layachi, Estonia Madame President, Distinguished panellists, I have the honour to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic-Baltic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden and my own country Estonia

28. Feb 2021Mission, Speeches and Articles, Statements, Fastanefnd og sendiráð Íslands í Genf, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva, Other

HRC46 - NB8 statement - HC report on Sri Lanka

28 February 2021 / Statements Ministry for Foreign Affairs Permanent Mission of Iceland in Geneva HRC46 - NB8 statement - HC report on Sri Lanka Madame President, I have the honor to deliver this statement on behalf of the Nordic countries: We welcome the Report of the High Commissioner for Human Rights on Sri Lanka and share the concerns raised. Since 2015, Sri Lanka have taken important steps in strengthening democratic institutions, but recent negative developments threaten to undermine the gains achieved. Progress in transitional justice, accountability, and reconciliation is lacking, and has in some cases been reversed