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Foreign Secretary completes landmark trip to China and India to bolster UK security

Foreign Secretary completes landmark trip to China and India to bolster UK security

Saturday, 06 June 2026

The Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has concluded her visit to two key world powers, China and India....

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The UK’s explanation of vote on the UN General Assembly resolution on the ICJ’s Advisory Opinion on climate change.

The UK’s explanation of vote on the UN General Assembly resolution on the ICJ’s Advisory Opinion on climate change.

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Explanation of vote by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN....

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Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Thailand: Nicola Pollitt

Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Thailand: Nicola Pollitt

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Ms Nicola Pollitt has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand in succession to Mr Mark Gooding OBE....

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The United Kingdom remains steadfast in our commitment to the complete elimination of chemical weapons in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The United Kingdom remains steadfast in our commitment to the complete elimination of chemical weapons in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 04 June 2026

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

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OSCE Secretary General's presentation of the 2027 Programme Outline: UK statement

OSCE Secretary General's presentation of the 2027 Programme Outline: UK statement

Thursday, 04 June 2026

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, thanks Secretary General Sinirlio?lu for his presentation of the 2026 Programme Outline and underl...

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Foreign Secretary's speech on responding to humanitarian crises at the Global Partnerships Conference: 20 May 2026

Foreign Secretary's speech on responding to humanitarian crises at the Global Partnerships Conference: 20 May 2026

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Speech by Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper at the humanitarian plenary session on Day 2 of the Global Partnerships Conference....

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Foreign Secretary's speech on tackling violence against women and girls at the Global Partnerships Conference: 20 May 2026

Foreign Secretary's speech on tackling violence against women and girls at the Global Partnerships Conference: 20 May 2026

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Speech by Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper at the violence against women and girls (VAWG) plenary session on Day 2 of the Global Partnerships Conferenc...

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Report by OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities, June 2026: UK statement to the OSCE

Report by OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities, June 2026: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 04 June 2026

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, thanked the High Commissioner for his report and reaffirmed strong UK support for the mandate and ...

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Russia’s responsibility for civilian harm in Ukraine and its lack of credibility: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s responsibility for civilian harm in Ukraine and its lack of credibility: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 04 June 2026

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, underlines that every civilian death linked to Russia’s illegal war against Ukraine is a tragedy, ...

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UK launches expert network to boost Ebola response and global crisis readiness

UK launches expert network to boost Ebola response and global crisis readiness

Wednesday, 03 June 2026

UK launches MHRN to boost outbreak response, deliver rapid expert advice and support Ebola efforts, and funds £5 million research into diagnostics and...

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Statement: Foreign Office summons Russian Ambassador 3 June 2026

Statement: Foreign Office summons Russian Ambassador 3 June 2026

Wednesday, 03 June 2026

The Russian Ambassador was summoned for a meeting following continued strikes on Ukraine, and Russia's violation of NATO airspace last week after a dr...

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The Africa Debate 2026: Baroness Chapman's speech

The Africa Debate 2026: Baroness Chapman's speech

Wednesday, 03 June 2026

Baroness Chapman gave a speech at The Africa Debate 2026, 'Results, reach and respect: a new era of partnership in Africa'....

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Change of British High Commissioner to Belize: Alistair White

Change of British High Commissioner to Belize: Alistair White

Wednesday, 03 June 2026

Mr Alistair White has been appointed British High Commissioner to Belize....

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Djibouti: David Hall

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Djibouti: David Hall

Wednesday, 03 June 2026

Dr David Hall has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Djibouti....

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GCHQ confirms heavy Russian losses as Moscow avoids negotiations and civilian casualties grow: UK Statement to the OSCE

GCHQ confirms heavy Russian losses as Moscow avoids negotiations and civilian casualties grow: UK Statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 03 June 2026

UK Senior Military Advisor, Colonel Joby Rimmer, cites GCHQ intelligence assessments on heavy Russian losses, criticises and condemns Moscow’s refusal...

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UK–Ghana Growth Partnership to Drive Jobs, Investment and Skills

UK–Ghana Growth Partnership to Drive Jobs, Investment and Skills

Wednesday, 03 June 2026

UK–Ghana Growth Partnership (2026–2028) aims to boost jobs, trade, infrastructure and skills through major investments and private sector–led growth i...

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Russian drone injuring civilians in Romania underscores dangers of its ongoing war against Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Russian drone injuring civilians in Romania underscores dangers of its ongoing war against Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Tuesday, 02 June 2026

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, condemns Russia’s armed drone strike on a residential building in Romania, stressing that it viola...

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Escalation in Lebanon and across the Blue Line risks undermining critical negotiations to achieve peace across the region: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Escalation in Lebanon and across the Blue Line risks undermining critical negotiations to achieve peace across the region: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 01 June 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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We stand shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine, with Romania, and with all our NATO allies: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We stand shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine, with Romania, and with all our NATO allies: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 01 June 2026

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

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Russia’s war is failing, so Moscow is resorting to escalation and intimidation: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Russia’s war is failing, so Moscow is resorting to escalation and intimidation: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 28 May 2026

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

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Report of the Head of OSCE Mission in Kosovo: UK statement, May 2026

Report of the Head of OSCE Mission in Kosovo: UK statement, May 2026

Thursday, 28 May 2026

The UK thanks Ambassador McGurk for his concise and focused report presentation, and underlines support for the Mission's work on democratic processes...

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Russia’s victory in Ukraine is not inevitable and is increasingly implausible: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s victory in Ukraine is not inevitable and is increasingly implausible: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 28 May 2026

Ambassador Holland set out why Russia’s illegal war is failing: unsustainable casualties, minimal gains and mounting economic strain at home. Russia c...

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Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Greece

Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Greece

Thursday, 28 May 2026

Mr Stephen Lillie CMG has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic in succession to Mr Matthew James Lodge....

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Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Greece: Stephen Lillie CMG

Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Greece: Stephen Lillie CMG

Thursday, 28 May 2026

Mr Stephen Lillie CMG has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic....

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Foreign Secretary launches new International Coalition to End Violence against Women and Girls

Foreign Secretary launches new International Coalition to End Violence against Women and Girls

Wednesday, 27 May 2026

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper to lead UK-convened international coalition to tackle global emergency of violence against women and girls. ...

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Russia’s intensified aerial attacks against Ukraine and irresponsible threats: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s intensified aerial attacks against Ukraine and irresponsible threats: UK statement to the OSCE

Tuesday, 26 May 2026

Ambassador Holland condemned Russia’s largest aerial attack on Kyiv since 2022, including the use of an Oreshnik nuclear-capable missile. Russia’s thr...

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We need to use the UN more effectively to prevent and resolve conflict, particularly through this Council: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We need to use the UN more effectively to prevent and resolve conflict, particularly through this Council: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 26 May 2026

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

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UK cracks down on backdoor Russian sanctions evasion with tough new measures

UK cracks down on backdoor Russian sanctions evasion with tough new measures

Tuesday, 26 May 2026

Crypto and illicit finance networks exploited by Russia to circumvent UK sanctions are being targeted as the government ramps up pressure on Putin’s w...

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Statement of the International Contact Group for the Great Lakes (ICG) on the situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Statement of the International Contact Group for the Great Lakes (ICG) on the situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Sunday, 24 May 2026

The International Contact Group (ICG) for the Great Lakes, including representatives of Belgium, Denmark, the European Union, France, Germany, the Net...

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If Russia truly wished to protect civilians, it would agree to the ceasefire or end this war outright: UK statement at the UN Security Council

If Russia truly wished to protect civilians, it would agree to the ceasefire or end this war outright: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 22 May 2026

Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine....

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Ministry of Defence Fleet of spy drones to equip British soldiers and back jobs in South West England and Wales

Big win for Scotch whisky as US tariffs are lifted

Central Arbitration Committee How to submit applications and complaints to the CAC

Government Actuary's Department Cross-government roundtable explores climate scenarios

Trade Remedies Authority Anti-dumping measure maintained on bikes from China

Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street PM puts new offer on the table to businesses in first talks with industry groups: 24 July 2026

Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Bluetongue: latest situation

Commonwealth Games return to Glasgow with UK Government backing

Cabinet Office AI to power change at the heart of government as Lord Vallance appointed chair of new PM AI Taskforce

Department for Culture, Media and Sport Five Board Members appointed to the UK Sport Board

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