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  • International defence engagement strategy published

    A new strategy has been published outlining how international defence engagement will be better focused towards contributing to wider government objectives.

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

  • British forces deliver the goods to the front line

    The vital job of making deliveries of kit and personnel to the front line in Afghanistan comes with no shortage of challenges.

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

  • Lighting the way to bright hangars and low bills at RAF Benson

    Maintenance staff at a front line RAF helicopter base are enjoying a better working environment thanks to new lighting that not only brightens their working day but also saves energy and money.

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  • Foreign Secretary welcomes move to resume talks with Iran

    William Hague calls on Iran to turn its declared willingness to negotiate on its nuclear programme into concrete action.

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

  • HMS Cattistock heads for the Med

    Royal Navy minehunter HMS Cattistock has set sail on a four-month NATO mission in the Mediterranean.

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

  • Change of Her Majesty’s Consul-General, Jerusalem

    Dr Alastair McPhail OBE has been appointed Her Majesty's Consul-General, Jerusalem.

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

  • Prime Minister meets US Vice President Joe Biden

    Statement following a meeting between David Cameron and Joe Biden.

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

  • Royal Navy warship hosts NATO delegates in Qatar

    During a routine port visit on patrol in the Middle East, Royal Naval warship HMS Monmouth hosted representatives of NATO members.

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

  • Foreign Office condemns attacks on police headquarters in Northern Iraq

    The FCO has condemned yesterday's attacks on Iraqi security forces in Kirkuk and calls on Iraq’s leaders to send out a strong message against violence.

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

  • Miniature surveillance helicopters help protect front line troops

    British troops in Afghanistan are the first to use state-of-the-art handheld nano surveillance helicopters.

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

  • Chequers Summit Joint Statement

    In third trilateral meeting Prime Minister and leaders of Afghanistan and Pakistan note significant progress since September 2012.

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

  • Trilateral with Afghanistan and Pakistan leaders

    The Prime Minister hosts trilateral at Chequers, focusing on the peace process and support from Pakistan and the international community.

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

  • This week at the Foreign Office

    A look at the work of the Foreign Office and its embassies overseas this week.

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

  • UK-France relationship strong in Mali operation

    UK operations in support of the French military in Mali are continuing from Evreux Air Base near Paris.

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

  • Marine receives Military Cross for bravery under fire

    A Royal Marine who rescued a severely wounded colleague in Afghanistan while under enemy fire has been presented with a Military Cross.

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

  • Foreign Secretary statement on attack on US Embassy, Ankara

    The Foreign Secretary, William Hague has today condemned the US Embassy attack in Ankara and offers condolences to those involved.

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

  • Foreign Office concerned by Iran’s plan to install more centrifuges

    Foreign Office: We urge Iran to respect resolutions and cooperate fully with the International Atomic Energy Agency.

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

  • Navy pilots swap Afghan desert for Norway snow

    Personnel from the Commando Helicopter Force have been getting firmly entrenched in freezing Arctic Circle conditions.

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

  • Financial support for Yemen

    To date, the Friends of Yemen have provided a total of $7.8bn to support the Yemeni transition process and tackle the humanitarian crisis.

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

  • Friends of Yemen: questions and answers

    More information about the Friends of Yemen and aims for the meeting on 7 March in London.

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