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Resolution 1540 remains as important to international security today as when it was negotiated over twenty years ago: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Resolution 1540 remains as important to international security today as when it was negotiated over twenty years ago: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 16 March 2026

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on the 1540 Committee....

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Item 4 General Debate

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Item 4 General Debate

Monday, 16 March 2026

UK Statement for the Item 4 General Debate. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

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The UK is steadfast in its support of UNAMA’s work in Afghanistan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

The UK is steadfast in its support of UNAMA’s work in Afghanistan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Monday, 16 March 2026

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Afghanistan....

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Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers’ Meeting 2026

Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers’ Meeting 2026

Monday, 16 March 2026

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper attended the 26th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers' Meeting at the Commonwealth Secretariat headquarters in Lond...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Joint Interactive Dialogue on Iran

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Joint Interactive Dialogue on Iran

Monday, 16 March 2026

UK Statement for the Joint Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Fact-Finding Mission on Iran. Deli...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea

Monday, 16 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights...

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Foreign Secretary statement on the situation in Lebanon

Foreign Secretary statement on the situation in Lebanon

Sunday, 15 March 2026

Foreign Secretary announces over £5 million of emergency funding in support of the humanitarian work of the Lebanese Government....

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Special Rapporteur on Myanmar

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Special Rapporteur on Myanmar

Friday, 13 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Myanmar. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Syria

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Syria

Friday, 13 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative t...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Group of Experts on Belarus

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Group of Experts on Belarus

Thursday, 12 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Group of Experts on Belarus. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

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OSCE Moscow Mechanism Report on Georgia: Joint statement, March 2026

OSCE Moscow Mechanism Report on Georgia: Joint statement, March 2026

Thursday, 12 March 2026

The UK, together with 23 other countries, calls on Georgia to reverse democratic backsliding and to implement in full the recommendations of the 2026 ...

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The UK remains committed to finding a lasting and sustainable solution that ensures Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK remains committed to finding a lasting and sustainable solution that ensures Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 12 March 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Iran....

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Commemorating the victims of the Armed Conflict on the Nistru River: UK statement to the OSCE

Commemorating the victims of the Armed Conflict on the Nistru River: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 12 March 2026

On the 34th anniversary of the outbreak of the conflict on the Nistru River, UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, honours the victims a...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine

Thursday, 12 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

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Foreign Secretary touches down in the Gulf to demonstrate support for regional allies facing Iranian aggression

Foreign Secretary touches down in the Gulf to demonstrate support for regional allies facing Iranian aggression

Thursday, 12 March 2026

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper travels to Saudi Arabia to show UK support for regional allies as they defend themselves from reckless Iranian aggress...

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UK support for OCEEA priorities on Ukraine, governance and climate security: UK statement to the OSCE

UK support for OCEEA priorities on Ukraine, governance and climate security: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 12 March 2026

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, welcomes the OCEEA’s work amid the impact of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, highlighting UK ...

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Russia’s war is a driver of global instability: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s war is a driver of global instability: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 12 March 2026

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, underscores that Russia’s illegal aggression against Ukraine continues to cause immense suffering ...

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The UK is putting women and girls at the heart of everything that we do, from development to diplomacy: UK National statement at the UN Commission on the Status of Women General Discussion

The UK is putting women and girls at the heart of everything that we do, from development to diplomacy: UK National statement at the UN Commission on the Status of Women General Discussion

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Statement by The Rt Hon Baroness Smith of Malvern, Minister of State (Minister for Skills) and Minister of State (Minister for Women and Equalities) a...

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The draft Russian resolution does nothing to address the concerns of those in the region who have faced unprovoked and unjustifiable attacks: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

The draft Russian resolution does nothing to address the concerns of those in the region who have faced unprovoked and unjustifiable attacks: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East....

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The adoption of this resolution sends a clear message from the Council condemning Iran’s reckless attacks against the Gulf States and Jordan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

The adoption of this resolution sends a clear message from the Council condemning Iran’s reckless attacks against the Gulf States and Jordan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East....

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Nothing can justify Russia’s ongoing breaches of international law and OSCE principles in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Nothing can justify Russia’s ongoing breaches of international law and OSCE principles in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Politico-Military Counsellor, Ankur Narayan, condemns Russia’s continued violations of international law and OSCE principles in Ukraine. Solidarity wi...

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The United Kingdom is working closely with the Lebanese Government and humanitarian partners to support those affected by the current escalation: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The United Kingdom is working closely with the Lebanese Government and humanitarian partners to support those affected by the current escalation: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Lebanon. ...

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UK Marks 30 Years of Dayton Article?IV and Sub Regional Arms Control: UK statement to the OSCE

UK Marks 30 Years of Dayton Article?IV and Sub Regional Arms Control: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

UK Senior Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, marks 30 years of Dayton Article?IV, highlighting its role in arms control and regional stability, rea...

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Statement to the 111th Session of the Executive Council of the OPCW

Statement to the 111th Session of the Executive Council of the OPCW

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Statement by His Excellency Chris Rampling, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the 111th Executiv...

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The United Kingdom remains committed to eradicating the threat posed by chemical weapons in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The United Kingdom remains committed to eradicating the threat posed by chemical weapons in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 10 March 2026

Statement by Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria....

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Change of Ambassador to the European Union

Change of Ambassador to the European Union

Tuesday, 10 March 2026

Dame Caroline Wilson DCMG has been appointed Ambassador to the European Union in succession to Mr Lindsay Croisdale-Appleby CMG....

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We are appalled by the continued restrictions imposed on the women and girls of Afghanistan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We are appalled by the continued restrictions imposed on the women and girls of Afghanistan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 09 March 2026

Statement by The Rt Hon Baroness Smith of Malvern, Minister of State (Minister for Skills) and Minister of State (Minister for Women and Equalities) a...

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Change of British High Commissioner to Samoa: Andrew Nethercott

Change of British High Commissioner to Samoa: Andrew Nethercott

Monday, 09 March 2026

Mr Andrew Nethercott has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Independent State of Samoa in succession to Mr Gareth Hoar CVO....

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UK reaffirms commitment to peace, protection and development in the DRC

UK reaffirms commitment to peace, protection and development in the DRC

Friday, 06 March 2026

UK Minister for Africa Jenny Chapman visited the DRC, pledging £13 million for peace, aid, and support for survivors of sexual violence, while boostin...

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Transfer of the nuclear materials in the context of AUKUS and its safeguards in all aspects under the NPT   Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, March 2026

Transfer of the nuclear materials in the context of AUKUS and its safeguards in all aspects under the NPT   Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, March 2026

Friday, 06 March 2026

Right of Reply on behalf of AUKUS partners ...

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Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Joint statement on the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah: 16 March 2026

UK Health Security Agency Cases of invasive meningococcal disease notified in Kent

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Resolution 1540 remains as important to international security today as when it was negotiated over twenty years ago: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Government Property Agency Government Property Agency appoints new Chief Investment Officer

Department for Work and Pensions Welfare state to working state

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Item 4 General Debate

HM Treasury Chancellor Rachel Reeves meeting with Tánaiste Simon Harris

Ministry of Defence Long-term defence commitment in Scotland helps secure jobs and billions in export deals

Ministry of Defence UK and Germany meet to advance deep precision strike missile programme to boost national security

Ministry of Defence Army announces three senior leadership appointments

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