Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a government agency based in Oslo, Norway. The main task of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is to secure and promote Norway's interests internationally. Norway's interests are determined by such factors as its geographical location in a strategically important area, its open economy, its position as a coastal state and steward of substantial marine resources, and its extensive exports of oil and gas. The agency is governed by the Norwegian government-appointed directors.Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is currently investing in private equity.