Iceland Statements Regarding Coastal States Negotiations on Sustainable Fishing of Mackerel
[PRESS RELEASE] The meeting between the Coastal States of Iceland, Norway, the Faroe Islands and the EU in London on the management of mackerel fisher...
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Icelanders vote on internet-drawn constitutional referendum
Citizens of Iceland voted on Saturday on a constitutional referendum largely influenced by opinions solicited on the internet.
Chinese investors set to sign Iceland land deal
A major China-based investment firm is set sign a land deal with Reykjavik later this month. According to a report in The Global Times, the agreement ...
Sudanese diplomat expelled from Norway for espionage
A Sudanese diplomatic envoy in Norway has been expelled from the Scandinavian country for allegedly spying on refugees.
North Korean economists quietly visit Sweden
North Korean trade delegates have recently visited Sweden to study the Nordic country’s economy and government.
Ecuador embassy on Assange ordeal: We’re prepared for any situation
Officials from the Ecuadorian embassy in London have said the diplomatic mission is “prepared to withstand any situation” while providing Julian Assan...
Iceland readying for euro transition
Icelandic officials are readying the country to phase out the krona once current capital controls are lifted, according to reports.
Warrants issued for killing of Finnish activist in Mexico
A dozen arrest warrants have been issued by Mexican authorities more than two years after the murder of a Finnish human rights activist.