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Belarus Presidential Election: Joint Statement, January 2025

Belarus Presidential Election: Joint Statement, January 2025

Monday, 27 January 2025

Australia, Canada, the EU, New Zealand and the UK have released a joint statement following Belarus’ sham presidential elections on 26 January 2025....

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UK applies fresh sanctions following sham election in Belarus

UK applies fresh sanctions following sham election in Belarus

Monday, 27 January 2025

The UK has sanctioned 9 individuals and defence sector entities in Belarus in coordination with Canada....

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UK drives green growth by connecting millions to electricity across Africa

UK drives green growth by connecting millions to electricity across Africa

Monday, 27 January 2025

UK Minister for Africa Lord Collins announces support to extend electricity access to millions across Africa....

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Foreign Secretary marks 80th anniversary of Auschwitz Birkenau liberation on Holocaust Memorial Day

Foreign Secretary marks 80th anniversary of Auschwitz Birkenau liberation on Holocaust Memorial Day

Monday, 27 January 2025

Foreign Secretary David Lammy will co-host the FCDO's annual Holocaust Memorial Day reception with the Israeli Embassy today....

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Readout: Foreign Secretary meeting with US Secretary of State

Readout: Foreign Secretary meeting with US Secretary of State

Monday, 27 January 2025

Foreign Secretary call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio: 27 January 2025 ...

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Foreign Secretary speech on Holocaust Memorial Day: January 2025

Foreign Secretary speech on Holocaust Memorial Day: January 2025

Monday, 27 January 2025

The Foreign Secretary David Lammy gave a speech at the annual Holocaust Memorial Day reception co-hosted with the Israeli Embassy held at the Foreign,...

The UK is deeply concerned by the scale and pace of recent M23 and Rwandan Defence Forces advances in eastern DRC: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK is deeply concerned by the scale and pace of recent M23 and Rwandan Defence Forces advances in eastern DRC: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Sunday, 26 January 2025

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

“Sudan must not be forgotten”: David Lammy announces political and humanitarian action to address 'catastrophe' in Sudan

“Sudan must not be forgotten”: David Lammy announces political and humanitarian action to address 'catastrophe' in Sudan

Saturday, 25 January 2025

Foreign Secretary announces £20 million in additional funding while visiting the Adré on the Chad-Sudan border....

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Costa Rica and to the Republic of Nicaragua: Edward Stevens

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Costa Rica and to the Republic of Nicaragua: Edward Stevens

Friday, 24 January 2025

Mr Edward Stevens has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Costa Rica, and His Majesty’s non-resident Ambassador to the Republic...

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UNRWA plays a crucial role in delivering essential services like education and healthcare: UK statement at the UN Security Council

UNRWA plays a crucial role in delivering essential services like education and healthcare: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 23 January 2025

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

The UK will continue to champion coordination between the UN and LAS: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK will continue to champion coordination between the UN and LAS: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 23 January 2025

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

Universal Periodic Review 48: UK Statement on Kazakhstan

Universal Periodic Review 48: UK Statement on Kazakhstan

Thursday, 23 January 2025

UK Statement at Kazakhstan's Universal Periodic Review at the Human Rights Council in Geneva. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor S...

Universal Periodic Review 48: UK Statement on San Marino

Universal Periodic Review 48: UK Statement on San Marino

Thursday, 23 January 2025

UK Statement at San Marino's Universal Periodic Review at the Human Rights Council in Geneva. Delivered by the UK Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor San...

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Guinea: Daniel Shepherd

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Guinea: Daniel Shepherd

Thursday, 23 January 2025

Mr Daniel Shepherd has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Guinea....

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Restoring stability to Haiti is essential to peace and security in the region: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Restoring stability to Haiti is essential to peace and security in the region: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 22 January 2025

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

The UK condemns the violence between the ELN and EMBF in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK condemns the violence between the ELN and EMBF in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 22 January 2025

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

UK government boosts support for Scottish de mining charity’s work in Ukraine and Afghanistan

UK government boosts support for Scottish de mining charity’s work in Ukraine and Afghanistan

Wednesday, 22 January 2025

International Development Minister visits the HALO Trust, with the UK government extending its funding to continue removing mines in Ukraine and Afgha...

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The UK is committed to working with African partners to build resilience against threats from terrorism: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK is committed to working with African partners to build resilience against threats from terrorism: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 21 January 2025

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

The UK is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and civic space including within the UN: UK statement at the UN NGO Committee

The UK is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and civic space including within the UN: UK statement at the UN NGO Committee

Tuesday, 21 January 2025

Statement by Archie Young, UK Ambassador to the General Assembly, at the opening session of the UN Committee on Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)....

We urge Israel not to endanger UNRWA's ability to operate: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We urge Israel not to endanger UNRWA's ability to operate: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 20 January 2025

Statement by Rt Hon Hamish Falconer MP, Minister for the Middle East, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East. ...

Universal Periodic Review 48: UK Statement on Italy

Universal Periodic Review 48: UK Statement on Italy

Monday, 20 January 2025

Statement at Italy's Universal Periodic Review at the Human Rights Council in Geneva. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders. ...

Gaza ceasefire

Gaza ceasefire "moment of hope", UK Minister to tell UN

Monday, 20 January 2025

Minister for the Middle East Hamish Falconer will today (Monday 20 January) visit the UN to call for last week’s Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal to be im...

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UK and Indonesia build on solid foundations with new infrastructure initiative

UK and Indonesia build on solid foundations with new infrastructure initiative

Monday, 20 January 2025

Minister for the Indo-Pacific Catherine West visits Indonesia with a focus on green growth, later traveling on to Timor-Leste. ...

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Foreign Secretary statement on release of 3 hostages in Gaza

Foreign Secretary statement on release of 3 hostages in Gaza

Sunday, 19 January 2025

The Foreign Secretary has issued a statement welcoming the release of 3 hostages in Gaza, including British national Emily Damari. ...

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The UK will continue to support UNIFIL’s essential role in maintaining calm along the Blue Line: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK will continue to support UNIFIL’s essential role in maintaining calm along the Blue Line: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 17 January 2025

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on UNDOF and UNIFIL....

G7 Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) statement on Russian Influence Campaign

G7 Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) statement on Russian Influence Campaign

Friday, 17 January 2025

A statement from the UK alongside other G7 RRM member states (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United States) as well as G7 RRM Observer sta...

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Children’s care reform an international priority on Foreign Secretary and Barry Keoghan visit to Bulgaria

Children’s care reform an international priority on Foreign Secretary and Barry Keoghan visit to Bulgaria

Friday, 17 January 2025

Alongside ambassador Barry Keoghan, the Foreign Secretary will lead a campaign to advocate for family-based care for all children across the globe. ...

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Joint article on Just Energy Transition Partnerships

Joint article on Just Energy Transition Partnerships

Friday, 17 January 2025

Joint article on Just Energy Transition Partnerships (JETPs) from the UK, US, Germany, Italy, France, Canada and the European Commission....

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Foreign Secretary launches UK Soft Power Council 

Foreign Secretary launches UK Soft Power Council 

Friday, 17 January 2025

The Foreign Secretary and Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport have launched the UK Soft Power Council to drive UK growth and security....

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We must not let Ukraine’s courage and bravery be in vain: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We must not let Ukraine’s courage and bravery be in vain: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 16 January 2025

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine....

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