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UK and France consult on commercial cyber intrusion capabilities

UK and France consult on commercial cyber intrusion capabilities

Wednesday, 08 January 2025

Read the summary of responses to the consultation on responding to the threat presented by proliferation and irresponsible use of commercial cyber int...

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UK to launch world first sanctions regime to snare people smugglers travelling upstream

UK to launch world first sanctions regime to snare people smugglers travelling upstream

Wednesday, 08 January 2025

The UK will develop a new sanctions regime to cripple people smuggling crime rings and starve them of illicit finance fuelling their operations. ...

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The new authorities must build a democratic state representative of Syria’s rich diversity: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The new authorities must build a democratic state representative of Syria’s rich diversity: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 08 January 2025

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

UK Statement for Interactive Dialogue with High Commissioner on human rights in Ukraine

UK Statement for Interactive Dialogue with High Commissioner on human rights in Ukraine

Wednesday, 08 January 2025

Interactive Dialogue with the High Commissioner on the human rights situation in Ukraine. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO an...

FCDO statement on DPRK missile launches: 6 January

FCDO statement on DPRK missile launches: 6 January

Monday, 06 January 2025

The FCDO has released a statement following a ballistic missile launch by The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on 6 January....

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We call on the Sudanese authorities to fully cooperate with humanitarian response: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We call on the Sudanese authorities to fully cooperate with humanitarian response: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 06 January 2025

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

Myanmar human rights and humanitarian situation: joint statement, January 2025

Myanmar human rights and humanitarian situation: joint statement, January 2025

Monday, 06 January 2025

The UK, alongside the United States, the European Union and governments of 7 other countries, gave a joint statement on the human rights and humanitar...

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The deterioration of the healthcare situation in Gaza is completely unacceptable: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The deterioration of the healthcare situation in Gaza is completely unacceptable: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 03 January 2025

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

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to South Sudan: David Ashley

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to South Sudan: David Ashley

Thursday, 02 January 2025

Mr David Ashley has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of South Sudan in succession to Mr Guy Warrington....

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We condemn the Houthis’ reckless missile attacks on Israel: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We condemn the Houthis’ reckless missile attacks on Israel: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 30 December 2024

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

Outstanding contributions by British nationals abroad recognised on the New Year 2025 Overseas and International Honours list

Outstanding contributions by British nationals abroad recognised on the New Year 2025 Overseas and International Honours list

Monday, 30 December 2024

The New Year Overseas Honours list recognises the outstanding contribution of British nationals abroad or internationally....

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UK pledges relief to meet dire humanitarian need in the Middle East, Africa and Asia

UK pledges relief to meet dire humanitarian need in the Middle East, Africa and Asia

Monday, 30 December 2024

New £61 million package will support vulnerable communities around the world.  ...

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This resolution robustly reinforces the Council’s support to Somalia: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

This resolution robustly reinforces the Council’s support to Somalia: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 27 December 2024

Explanation of Position delivered by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, before the vote on AUSSOM....

Joint statement on the first anniversary of the Tallinn Mechanism

Joint statement on the first anniversary of the Tallinn Mechanism

Tuesday, 24 December 2024

Joint statement from the Governments of the United Kingdom, United States of America, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, France, Italy, Germany, Netherlands, P...

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If Russia is so concerned about Ukraine’s defensive action then Russia should stop invading: UK statement at the UN Security Council

If Russia is so concerned about Ukraine’s defensive action then Russia should stop invading: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 23 December 2024

Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Minister Counsellor, at the UN Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security....

The UK will continue to work closely with UNOWAS to build peace and security in West Africa and the Sahel: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK will continue to work closely with UNOWAS to build peace and security in West Africa and the Sahel: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 20 December 2024

Statement by Fergus Eckersley, UK Minister Counsellor, at the UN Security Council meeting on West Africa and the Sahel....

The UK calls on all parties to the conflict to refrain from obstructing MONUSCO operations: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

The UK calls on all parties to the conflict to refrain from obstructing MONUSCO operations: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 20 December 2024

Explanation of vote delivered by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, following the vote on renewing MONUSCO’s mand...

Joint statement on Afghanistan

Joint statement on Afghanistan

Friday, 20 December 2024

Joint statement on the situation in Afghanistan following a G7+ meeting in Geneva...

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UK Mauritius joint statement on the Chagos Archipelago, 20 December 2024

UK Mauritius joint statement on the Chagos Archipelago, 20 December 2024

Friday, 20 December 2024

Joint statement between the governments of the Republic of Mauritius and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland concerning the Chago...

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Mali: Angus Mckee

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Mali: Angus Mckee

Friday, 20 December 2024

Mr Angus McKee OBE has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Mali in succession to Ms Katharine Ransome. ...

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Statement from the International Contact Group (ICG) on the situation in the Great Lakes

Statement from the International Contact Group (ICG) on the situation in the Great Lakes

Friday, 20 December 2024

The International Contact Group for the Great Lakes has given a statement on the situation in the Great Lakes region....

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The UK voted in favour of this resolution in line with our strong commitment to the international rule of law: UK statement in the UN General Assembly

The UK voted in favour of this resolution in line with our strong commitment to the international rule of law: UK statement in the UN General Assembly

Thursday, 19 December 2024

Explanation of vote by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, in the UN General Assembly meeting requesting an adviso...

The warring parties must end Sudan’s suffering in 2025: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The warring parties must end Sudan’s suffering in 2025: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 19 December 2024

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

AI presents significant opportunities to support international peace and security: UK statement at the UN Security Council

AI presents significant opportunities to support international peace and security: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 19 December 2024

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

UK and Norway join forces to counter eavesdropping

UK and Norway join forces to counter eavesdropping

Thursday, 19 December 2024

The UK and Norwegian governments are to share best practice and new technologies to detect and expose eavesdropping devices. ...

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Georgia: Joint Statement to the OSCE

Georgia: Joint Statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 19 December 2024

UK and other OSCE participating States call on Georgia to release protestors and hold to account those responsible for the unlawful use of force...

UK sanctions Georgian officials responsible for brutal crackdown on media and protestors

UK sanctions Georgian officials responsible for brutal crackdown on media and protestors

Thursday, 19 December 2024

The UK has designated five Georgian officials for serious human rights violations....

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Latest ODIHR report documents more Russian crimes in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Latest ODIHR report documents more Russian crimes in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 19 December 2024

Acting Ambassador Deirdre Brown details some of the crimes committed by Russia in Ukraine, which are recorded in ODIHR's latest report, including tort...

DPRK must cease its support for Russia’s illegal war in Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council

DPRK must cease its support for Russia’s illegal war in Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 18 December 2024

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

The UK calls on Israel to stop illegal settlement expansion on Palestinian land: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK calls on Israel to stop illegal settlement expansion on Palestinian land: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 18 December 2024

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

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