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  • Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Honours prominent Britons in UAE

    Three British Nationals in UAE were named in Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II New Year’s Honours List 2014.

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

  • UK electronic visa waiver introduced for Oman, Qatar and UAE

    From 1 January 2014 passport holders of Oman, Qatar and United Arab Emirates can visit the UK for up to 6 months with an electronic visa waiver.

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  • UK government ramps up offering to support UAE investors

    UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) has widened its remit to include support for commercial investors from the UAE.

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

  • Emirati woman honoured for enhancing UAE and UK cultural ties

    Hoda Al Khamis Kanoo awarded the Order of the British Empire

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

  • New visa waiver valid from 1st January for UAE citizens

    Visa Waiver programme for UAE citizens effective from 1 January, 2014. This allows them to visit the UK for up to six months without a visa.

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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

  • UKTI and Manchester Business School showcase UK training expertise

    The British Embassy in Dubai in collaboration with Manchester Business School, will host the UK Skills Expo on 5th December 2013 to showcase UK training expertise.

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

  • الخارجية البريطانية: حملة إلكترونية ضد العنف الجنسي في النزاعات

    تأتي الحملة الرقمية في سياق خطوات عديدة قامت بها بريطانيا عقب إطلاق وزارة الخارجية حملة ضد العنف الجنسي في عام 2012 بمبادرة من وزير الخارجية والنجمة الأميركية أنجيلينا جولي

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

  • Foreign Secretary congratulates Dubai on being named Expo 2020 host

    Foreign Secretary praises Dubai’s outstanding bid, and expresses delight at Dubai being chosen to host Expo 2020.

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

  • UK Skills Expo 2013

    UKTI Dubai is hosting the first ever Skills Expo to showcase British companies to training departments of major UAE organisations in an effort to promote UK expertise in this growing sector.

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

  • £35 million contract sustains RAF's precision weapon

    The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is investing £35 million to sustain the RAF's stockpile of Brimstone missiles.

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

  • David Cameron welcomes UAE Airbus deal

    Following the Prime Minister's visit to Dubai yesterday, his meeting with the Ruler of Dubai and discussions with Airbus, the company has today announced 2 major new contracts.

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

  • Red Arrows begin major Middle East tour including UAE

    The British Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, began yesterday 4th November 2013 a major Middle East tour that will include Dubai where they will take part in the Dubai Air Show.

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

  • Second Arab Forum on Asset Recovery, Marrakesh, Chair’s Statement

    Event brings together key partners supporting the recovery of stolen assets for the Arab Countries in Transition.

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

  • ‘London 11’ meeting on Syria

    William Hague speaks on behalf of ‘London 11’ after core group of the Friends of Syria and President of National Coalition meet in London.

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

  • GITEX Technology Week 2013: Francis Maude speech

    Francis Maude discussed digital developments, open data and how the UK is making the most of the information age at GITEX in Dubai, UAE.

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

  • Minister Francis Maude the UK Cabinet Minister speaks at GITEX's Big Data Conference today

    Minister for the Cabinet Office and Paymaster General the RT Hon Francis Maude arrives in the UAE.

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

  • Foreign Secretary announces Syria ministerial meeting in London

    Foreign Secretary announces ‘London 11’ Foreign Ministers to meet in London on 22 October to discuss Syria crisis and Geneva II.

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

  • UK companies offer full range of services to mining industry

    Countries wishing to develop their own mining capabilities should look to the UK’s world-leading strengths in innovative solutions, education and training provision.

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

  • Asset Recovery and the G8 Deauville Partnership with Arab Countries in Transition

    The UK's G8 is committed to support the recovery of stolen assets for the Arab Countries in Transition

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