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In Sudan
  • Minister for Africa discusses Darfur with Sudanese Foreign Minister

    Mark Simmonds discussed Darfur and the National Dialogue with Sudanese Foreign Minister Karti on 28 April.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Human Rights and Democracy Report for 2013 published

    The Foreign Secretary today launched the 2013 Human Rights report setting out the steps taken to promote and protect human rights in 2013.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Chevening Scholarship places in developing countries tripled for 2015/16

    The Budget announced on 19 March included a tripling of Chevening places in developing countries for the 2015-16 academic year.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister for Africa condemns continued attacks on civilians in Darfur

    Escalation of violence in Darfur, Sudan, leads to displacement of hundreds of thousands civilians.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister for Africa expresses deep concern at violence in Darfur

    Minister for Africa, Mark Simmonds, calls for unhindered access for UN and humanitarian agencies following escalation of violence in Darfur.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Human Rights and Democracy report 2012 - Sudan

    The deteriorating security situation in South Kordofan and Blue Nile states and Darfur, and reports of continued detention of dozens of civilians arrested during the September protests are a cause for concern.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Update on countries featured in Human Rights and Democracy Report

    The Foreign Office has published reporting on 27 Countries of Concern. The quarterly updates cover October to December 2013.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister for Africa visits Sudan

    Mark Simmonds visits Khartoum to discuss South Sudan, and ending conflict, promoting prosperity and building democracy in Sudan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary statement on the death of Nelson Mandela

    Foreign Secretary William Hague: Nelson Mandela was one of the greatest moral and political leaders of our time.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister for Africa concerned with violent developments in Sudan

    FCO Minister for Africa, Mark Simmonds urges restraint following demonstrations in Sudan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Baroness Warsi welcomes conclusions of UN Human Rights Council

    The UN Human Rights Council concluded its 24th Session today, with important resolutions on countries including Somalia, Syria and Sudan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister for Africa urges restraint after dismissal of South Sudanese Government

    FCO urge peaceful response to dismissal of South Sudan government and rapid appointment of new ministers reflecting country’s diversity.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Update on countries featured in Human Rights and Democracy Report

    The Foreign Office has published reporting on 27 Countries of Concern. The quarterly updates cover April to June 2013.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Affairs Council: 22 July

    Foreign Office Minister David Lidington has updated Parliament on the 22 July Foreign Affairs Council agenda.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Office Minister condemns attack on UN peacekeepers in Darfur

    Minister for Africa Mark Simmonds has condemned the attack on UN peacekeepers in Nyala, South Darfur and offered condolences to those affected.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • FCO Minister comments on Sudanese President’s visit to Nigeria

    Minister for Africa expresses disappointment that Nigeria has chosen to host President Al Bashir of Sudan despite ICC arrest warrants.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Office Minister condemns attack on UN compound in Sudan

    Minister for Africa Mark Simmonds condemns shelling of UN compound in Sudan and offers condolences to those killed and injured in the attack

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Troika urges calm between Sudan and South Sudan

    UK, US and Norway call on Sudan and South Sudan to abide by agreements.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister for Africa comments on death of Paramount Chief in Abyei

    Mark Simmonds: there must be restraint after killing of Paramount Chief and peacekeeper in Abyei. Status of Abyei must be resolved.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • FCO and DFID Ministers welcome talks on Sudan conflict

    FCO and DFID Ministers welcome talks to address conflict in Southern Kordofan and Blue Nile states in Sudan, but urge for more progress.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government