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  • Hugh Robertson concludes his visit to the UAE

    Minister of State for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Rt Hon Hugh Robertson MP, concluded a highly productive visit to the United Arab Emirates on 7-8 January where he held talks with government officials in Abu Dhabi a…

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

  • Celebrate UK cuisine in Manila with British Food Month

    The British Embassy Manila and its partners welcome the new year with British Food Month, taking place on 13 January – 9 February 2014.

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

  • Nick Clegg announces regional growth fund jobs in West Yorkshire

    Hundreds of new jobs will be created in West Yorkshire thanks to a multi-million pound investment from the government’s Regional Growth Fund.

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

  • Customer communications at heart of review into dealing with widespread power cuts

    Review into storm-related energy supply disruption to focus on customer communications, resources and compensation

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

  • UK and Vietnam to discuss trade priorities for 2014

    UK Minister without Portfolio Grant Shapps visited Vietnam for the 7th annual meeting of the UK-Vietnam Joint Economic and Trade Committee.

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

  • UK launches priority visa service in Mexico

    The Home Office today announced the introduction of a priority visa service for customers in Mexico

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

  • Code clarification: payments for failure to meet target service levels

    Requesting supplier payments for failure to meet target service levels which are not set out in supply agreements is recognised as not being consistent with the Code.

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  • FCO Minister arrives in the UAE

    FCO Minister Hugh Robertson arrived in the UAE Tuesday 7 January 2014 to discuss bilateral relations and regional affairs.

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

  • British companies exploring business opportunities in healthcare in Peru

    The roadshow showcased an investment pipeline worth £1.7bn for 2014-2016 – mainly through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs).

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

  • FCO Minister supports fight against terrorism in Iraq

    Hugh Robertson expresses concern for people of Iraq over increased levels of violence in parts of the country.

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

  • Chancellor: Let’s finish the job

    Chancellor sets out the economic choice facing Britain in 2014.

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

  • New Year economy speech by the Chancellor of the Exchequer

    In a keynote speech the Chancellor explains the five components of the government's long-term economic plan.

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

  • New global patent pilot will save businesses time and money

    The new pilot for the Global Patent Prosecution Highway will see patents handled more quickly across global markets.

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

  • Citizen Centre accepting applications from today

    From today a single team at our Wales office will process all paper applications from members of the public.

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  • FCO deeply saddened by murder in Libya

    Spokesperson: We call upon the Libyan Government to carry out a thorough investigation into this appalling crime

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

  • British Embassy Manila: Call for bids to the Prosperity Fund

    The British Embassy is inviting organisations to consider submitting project proposals to the Prosperity Programme Fund.

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

  • 2014: Ambassador’s New Year Message

    Tim Hitchens, British Ambassador to Japan, reflects on 2013 and looks ahead to a prosperous 2014.

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

  • FCO Minister appalled by Lebanon bombing

    Hugh Robertson condemns explosion in southern Beirut and underlines UK support for Lebanon’s stability and security.

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

  • FCO Minister condemns bomb attack in Somalia

    FCO Minister Mark Simmonds comments on the bomb attack in Mogadishu on 1 January.

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

  • Foreign Secretary: foreign policy priorities for 2014

    Ending conflict in Syria, tackling the issue of Iran's nuclear programme and preventing sexual violence in conflict are priorities for 2014.

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