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New UK strategy aims to improve lives through digital technology

New UK strategy aims to improve lives through digital technology

Monday, 18 March 2024

The UK will lead the way and partner with countries around the globe so no-one is left behind in a digital world. ...

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Human Rights and Democracy are vital for security in the OSCE region:  UK statement to the OSCE

Human Rights and Democracy are vital for security in the OSCE region: UK statement to the OSCE

Friday, 15 March 2024

Ambassador Holland calls on Russia and Belarus to live up to their OSCE commitments and reiterates UK support for the Office of Democratic Institution...

Thirteenth anniversary of the Syrian Uprising: joint statement

Thirteenth anniversary of the Syrian Uprising: joint statement

Friday, 15 March 2024

The UK, United States, France and Germany have issued a joint statement on the occasion of the 13-year anniversary of the Syrian uprising....

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Defending freedom of religion or belief for all and combating intolerance against all is a UK priority: explanation of vote at the UN General Assembly

Defending freedom of religion or belief for all and combating intolerance against all is a UK priority: explanation of vote at the UN General Assembly

Friday, 15 March 2024

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at UN General Assembly on UNGA resolution "Measures to combat Islamophobia"....

Vice President of Bolivia visits the UK to advance bilateral climate action

Vice President of Bolivia visits the UK to advance bilateral climate action

Friday, 15 March 2024

The governments of the UK and Bolivia work together to deepen their partnership on climate and nature, to protect Bolivia's forests and biodiversity....

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Russian elections in parts of Ukraine are a violation of the UN Charter and a fraud: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Russian elections in parts of Ukraine are a violation of the UN Charter and a fraud: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 15 March 2024

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

Russia is attempting to apply a veneer of legitimacy to its illegal presence in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia is attempting to apply a veneer of legitimacy to its illegal presence in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 14 March 2024

Ambassador Neil Holland condemns Russia holding its presidential elections on the sovereign territory of Ukraine. ...

UK Ukraine TechBridge launches skills training for tech careers

UK Ukraine TechBridge launches skills training for tech careers

Thursday, 14 March 2024

Ukrainians will be able to access pro bono training in key skills from top tech companies through the UK-Ukraine TechBridge. ...

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Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Spain: Alex Ellis

Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Spain: Alex Ellis

Thursday, 14 March 2024

Mr Alex Ellis CMG has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Spain and non-resident Ambassador to the Principality of Andorra....

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Empowering youth and women by breaking barriers to inclusive growth: UK statement to the OSCE

Empowering youth and women by breaking barriers to inclusive growth: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 14 March 2024

Justin Addison (UK Delegation to the OSCE) tells the OSCE Economic and Environmental Committee how the UK is improving women's economic inclusion....

UK calls on Iran to cease unlawful support for Houthis: UK statement at the UN Security Council

UK calls on Iran to cease unlawful support for Houthis: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 14 March 2024

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

UK increases support for Turks and Caicos Islands following Haiti violence

UK increases support for Turks and Caicos Islands following Haiti violence

Thursday, 14 March 2024

The Foreign Secretary announces a new security package to support UK Overseas Territory amid Haiti violence. ...

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We can do more to empower women as agents of peace: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We can do more to empower women as agents of peace: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

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

International Labour Organization Governing Body: UK Statement

International Labour Organization Governing Body: UK Statement

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

Statement on report on crisis-related ILO work in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN...

Each week we prove that we will continue to support Ukraine and condemn Russia’s invasion: UK Statement to the OSCE

Each week we prove that we will continue to support Ukraine and condemn Russia’s invasion: UK Statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

Ambassador Neil Holland thanks Cyprus for its calm chairing of the Forum for Security Cooperation, despite Russia's attempts to distract from its ongo...

UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on Violence against Children

UN Human Rights Council 55: UK Statement on Violence against Children

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

UK statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence against Children. Delivered by UK Human...

2024 Rohingya Joint Response Plan: UK statement

2024 Rohingya Joint Response Plan: UK statement

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

On 13 March the UK announced a further £5.2 million to support Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh, at the launch of the 2024 Joint Response Plan for the ...

Major humanitarian push as 150 tonnes of UK aid enter Gaza

Major humanitarian push as 150 tonnes of UK aid enter Gaza

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

Around 150 tonnes of UK aid, including more than 13,000 blankets and 840 family-sized tents, have entered Gaza today....

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Advancing a maritime corridor to deliver humanitarian assistance to Gaza: joint statement on ministerial consultations

Advancing a maritime corridor to deliver humanitarian assistance to Gaza: joint statement on ministerial consultations

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

The UK, US, Cyprus, UAE, Qatar and European Commission gave a statement on ministerial consultations on a maritime corridor for humanitarian assistanc...

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The UK welcomes the EU’s commitment to championing multilateralism and tackling global challenges: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK welcomes the EU’s commitment to championing multilateralism and tackling global challenges: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 12 March 2024

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on cooperation between the United Nations and the European Union....

Australia's naval nuclear propulsion: AUKUS update to IAEA Board of Governors

Australia's naval nuclear propulsion: AUKUS update to IAEA Board of Governors

Tuesday, 12 March 2024

The United Kingdom, Australia and the United States (AUKUS) updated the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on naval nuclear ...

Nuclear safeguards: AUKUS statement to the IAEA Board of Governors

Nuclear safeguards: AUKUS statement to the IAEA Board of Governors

Tuesday, 12 March 2024

UK Deputy Representative Nicola Murray gave a statement on behalf of Australia, the UK and the US about AUKUS safeguards under the Nuclear Non-Prolife...

The UK is deeply concerned by Special Representative Patten's findings of sexual violence on 7 October: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK is deeply concerned by Special Representative Patten's findings of sexual violence on 7 October: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 11 March 2024

Statement by Lord (Tariq) Ahmad of Wimbledon at the United Nations Security Council meeting on the Middle East. ...

UK supports millions of people globally in bid to end gender based violence

UK supports millions of people globally in bid to end gender based violence

Monday, 11 March 2024

UK support has reached over 4 million people over 2 years, helping tackle domestic abuse, child marriage and female genital mutilation, and support su...

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The UK repeats its call to Russia to withdraw its troops, cease the bloodshed and end this senseless war: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK repeats its call to Russia to withdraw its troops, cease the bloodshed and end this senseless war: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 08 March 2024

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

The UK calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities during the month of Ramadan in Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities during the month of Ramadan in Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 08 March 2024

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan. ...

Senegal Presidential Elections: UK statement

Senegal Presidential Elections: UK statement

Friday, 08 March 2024

The United Kingdom has made a statement welcoming the announcement of Presidential elections in Senegal....

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Nuclear safety, security and safeguards in Ukraine: UK national statement to IAEA Board, March 2024

Nuclear safety, security and safeguards in Ukraine: UK national statement to IAEA Board, March 2024

Friday, 08 March 2024

The UK statement at the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors meeting, under agenda item 6: nuclear safety, security and safeguards in...

Activation of a maritime corridor to deliver humanitarian assistance to Gaza: joint statement

Activation of a maritime corridor to deliver humanitarian assistance to Gaza: joint statement

Friday, 08 March 2024

The UK, European Commission, Cyprus, United Arab Emirates and United States gave a joint statement on activating a maritime corridor to deliver aid to...

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International Women’s Day 2024: UK Statement to the OSCE

International Women’s Day 2024: UK Statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 07 March 2024

In response to the address by the Special Representative of the OSCE Chair-in-Office on Gender, Ambassador Holland outlines the UK’s commitment to imp...

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