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The UK and others recall that human rights and fundamental freedoms are essential for lasting peace and security.
The governments of Canada, Japan, Norway, Türkiye and the United Kingdom issued a joint statement on the anniversary of the Algiers Agreement.
The UK has sanctioned individuals suspected of atrocities including mass killings, sexual violence, and deliberate attacks on civilians in El Fasher, Sudan.
Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Central Africa and UNOCA.
Combatting people smuggling was the focus of Development Minister Baroness Jenny Chapman’s visit to Pakistan this week.
The UK reaffirms our thanks to Special Representative Dr Kari Johnstone for the work of her Office.
Deputy Ambassador James Ford highlights Ukraine’s constructive approach, condemns Russia’s ongoing aggression, and affirms the UK’s commitment to defending international law and supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty. Peace in Ukr…
Statement by Legal Adviser Colin McIntyre at the UN Security Council meeting on the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals
Chris Elmore MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State (Multilateral, Human Rights, Latin America, Caribbean) spoke at an FCDO event to mark Human Rights Day 2025.
Belgium, Denmark, the European Union, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, as members of the International Contact Group for the Great Lakes (ICG), have …
Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Afghanistan.
Ambassador Holland highlights the intensification of Russia’s attacks on Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure in 2025, despite ongoing peace negotiations. He reiterates the UK’s grave concern and calls for Russia to respec…
Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Humanitarian General Debate
To commemorate the centenary of the signing of the Locarno Treaties in London, the Foreign Secretary delivered a speech on the lessons from 100 years ago and the new threats we face today.
Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the Security Council meeting on Ukraine.
Two tech companies based in China have been sanctioned for reckless and indiscriminate cyberattacks
The UK will host a key peacebuilding conference next year to help establish an International Peace Fund for Israel and Palestine.
The UK will host a major international summit next summer to tackle the flows of dirty money around the world, which are making the UK’s streets less safe.
Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE).
New anti-corruption strategy 2025 will drive dirty money out of the UK, strengthening national security and putting more money into working people's pockets.
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