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The UK is committed to combatting all forms of racism and building a fairer world today: UK statement at the General Assembly

The UK is committed to combatting all forms of racism and building a fairer world today: UK statement at the General Assembly

Wednesday, 31 May 2023

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN General Assembly Permanent Forum on People of African Descent. ...

Russia’s actions in Ukraine have been reprehensible and cowardly:  UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s actions in Ukraine have been reprehensible and cowardly: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 31 May 2023

UK military advisor, Ian Stubbs, says the Kremlin is struggling to explain its litany of strategic mistakes and failings on the battlefield to the Rus...

Russia’s actions have violated all pillars of nuclear safety and security: UK statement at the Security Council

Russia’s actions have violated all pillars of nuclear safety and security: UK statement at the Security Council

Tuesday, 30 May 2023

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine....

Predictable aid access is essential to ensure the Syrian people have their basic needs met: UK statement at the Security Council

Predictable aid access is essential to ensure the Syrian people have their basic needs met: UK statement at the Security Council

Tuesday, 30 May 2023

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria....

Americas Minister visits Midwest to promote UK US trade ties

Americas Minister visits Midwest to promote UK US trade ties

Tuesday, 30 May 2023

UK Minister for the Americas David Rutley travels to the Midwest to promote UK-US trade ties that support millions of livelihoods on both sides of the...

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Foreign Secretary visits British armed forces on NATO’s ‘Eastern Flank’

Foreign Secretary visits British armed forces on NATO’s ‘Eastern Flank’

Monday, 29 May 2023

James Cleverly will meet UK military personnel leading NATO’s mission in Estonia. He will then visit Norway for a meeting of NATO Foreign Ministers. ...

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Relocation of the illegal outpost in Homesh: FCDO statement

Relocation of the illegal outpost in Homesh: FCDO statement

Monday, 29 May 2023

FCDO spokesperson statement on relocation of the illegal outpost in Homesh...

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Minister Mitchell responds to Uganda's Anti Homosexuality Act

Minister Mitchell responds to Uganda's Anti Homosexuality Act

Monday, 29 May 2023

Minister Andrew Mitchell has issued a statement in response to the Government of Uganda signing the Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023 into law. ...

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African Union communiqué of 27 May 2023 on Sudan: Troika and EU response

African Union communiqué of 27 May 2023 on Sudan: Troika and EU response

Monday, 29 May 2023

Special envoys and representatives from Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union have issued a statement....

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Coronation celebration in Jordan: British Ambassador's speech

Coronation celebration in Jordan: British Ambassador's speech

Monday, 29 May 2023

British Ambassador to Jordan, Bridget Brind OBE, spoke of the work the UK and Jordan are doing to advance our century-long friendship and partnership....

UK to boost tech and innovation ties with India

UK to boost tech and innovation ties with India

Friday, 26 May 2023

Foreign Office Minister Lord Ahmad will visit India from 27 to 31 May to accelerate science and technology ties. ...

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Violence in the north of Kosovo: joint statement

Violence in the north of Kosovo: joint statement

Friday, 26 May 2023

This joint statement on violence in the north of Kosovo is by France, Italy, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States of America....

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UK announces new humanitarian support package in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

UK announces new humanitarian support package in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Friday, 26 May 2023

The UK is today (Friday 26 May) announcing a new humanitarian programme in the DRC, which will spend £21 million this year. ...

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Women’s participation during crises: UK statement to the OSCE

Women’s participation during crises: UK statement to the OSCE

Friday, 26 May 2023

Emma Logan (UK delegation to the OSCE) says that the series of restrictions imposed by the Taliban are effectively erasing women and girls from Afghan...

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Bolivia: Richard Porter

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Bolivia: Richard Porter

Thursday, 25 May 2023

Mr Richard Porter has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Plurinational State of Bolivia in succession to Mr Jeff Glekin....

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UK minister commits to supporting green finance across Africa

UK minister commits to supporting green finance across Africa

Thursday, 25 May 2023

At an international conference in Egypt, the Minister of State for International Development committed to supporting the delivery of green finance acr...

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The changing nature of conflict in Africa requires adaptation to respond to evolving peace and security challenges: UK statement at the Security Council

The changing nature of conflict in Africa requires adaptation to respond to evolving peace and security challenges: UK statement at the Security Council

Thursday, 25 May 2023

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Africa....

Citizens' Rights Specialised Committee meeting, 25 May 2023: joint statement

Citizens' Rights Specialised Committee meeting, 25 May 2023: joint statement

Thursday, 25 May 2023

The UK government and European Commission gave a joint statement following the 12th meeting of the Specialised Committee on Citizens’ Rights....

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Report by Head of OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek: UK response, May 2023

Report by Head of OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek: UK response, May 2023

Thursday, 25 May 2023

Ambassador Holland voices UK support for the work of OSCE's Programme Office in Bishkek, including on border security, human rights, and climate chang...

Peace in Ukraine must be just and lasting: UK statement to the OSCE

Peace in Ukraine must be just and lasting: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 25 May 2023

Ambassador Neil Holland says that Ukraine must be able to secure peace on their own terms. Russian aggression cannot be rewarded....

International coordination meeting on Myanmar sanctions efforts

International coordination meeting on Myanmar sanctions efforts

Thursday, 25 May 2023

UK Sanctions Coordinator met with US, EU and Canadian counterparts to discuss continued cooperation on Myanmar sanctions efforts. ...

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The situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories continues to deteriorate: UK statement at the Security Council

The situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories continues to deteriorate: UK statement at the Security Council

Wednesday, 24 May 2023

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East....

Ukraine will win. Russia is denying the reality of its horrific war of choice:  UK statement to the OSCE

Ukraine will win. Russia is denying the reality of its horrific war of choice: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 24 May 2023

UK military advisor, Ian Stubbs, says Russia repeatedly underestimates the strength of the Ukrainian people and our unwavering resolve to support them...

UK pledges support for over a million people in East Africa

UK pledges support for over a million people in East Africa

Tuesday, 23 May 2023

The UK Minister for Development Andrew Mitchell has announced a new package of humanitarian support for people affected by food insecurity, drought, c...

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Bahrain: Alastair Long

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Bahrain: Alastair Long

Tuesday, 23 May 2023

Mr Alastair Long has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Bahrain in succession to Mr Roderick Drummond...

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Civilians caught up in conflict need protection, food, and dependable essential services right now: Lord Ahmad's statement at the Security Council

Civilians caught up in conflict need protection, food, and dependable essential services right now: Lord Ahmad's statement at the Security Council

Tuesday, 23 May 2023

Statement by Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon at the UN Security Council open debate on the protection of civilians....

WTO General Council May 2023: UK Statement on Reform

WTO General Council May 2023: UK Statement on Reform

Tuesday, 23 May 2023

UK Statement on Reform as delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO in Geneva, Simon Manley, at the WTO General Council, 8-9 May 2023....

Our partnership with Latin America: Foreign Secretary’s speech in Chile

Our partnership with Latin America: Foreign Secretary’s speech in Chile

Monday, 22 May 2023

Speaking at Santiago’s Gabriela Mistral Cultural Centre, James Cleverly outlined the ambitious future of UK-Latin America relations and called for the...

Ongoing conflict in Sudan is having a devastating impact on the Sudanese people: UK statement at the Security Council

Ongoing conflict in Sudan is having a devastating impact on the Sudanese people: UK statement at the Security Council

Monday, 22 May 2023

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan....

Latin America deserves bigger say on international stage, Foreign Secretary to tell young leaders in Chile

Latin America deserves bigger say on international stage, Foreign Secretary to tell young leaders in Chile

Sunday, 21 May 2023

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly will make keynote speech in Santiago, Chile that will outline UK’s future relationship with Latin America....

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