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  • Troika welcomes agreements between Sudan and South Sudan

    UK, US and Norway welcome agreements between Sudan and South Sudan and urge rapid implementation.

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

  • Minister for Africa urges dialogue in Central African Republic

    Minister for Africa calls on all sides in Central African Republic to respect peace accord, resume dialogue and ensure safety of civilians.

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

  • Foreign Secretary meets Paraguay’s Foreign Minister in London

    The Foreign Secretary, William Hague, today met Paraguay’s Foreign Minister to discuss enhanced cooperation with Paraguay and Latin America.

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

  • Foreign Office expresses deep concern over violence in Burma

    Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt calls on all parties to end the ongoing violence in Meiktila in central Burma.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister welcomes multi-billion dollar Gujarat gas deal

    Hugo Swire welcomes one of the largest UK-India trade deals following 20 year agreement to supply Liquefied Natural Gas to Gujarat

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

  • Foreign Office Minister condemns senseless attacks in Nigeria

    FCO Minister for Africa condemns latest terrorist attacks in Nigeria and reiterates UK commitment to support efforts to counter terrorism.

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

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes new UN Special Envoy to Great Lakes

    Mary Robinson has been appointed as the new UN Special Envoy to the Great Lakes region of Africa.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire expresses concern over execution in Indonesia

    Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire comments on the recent execution in Indonesia, the country’s first since 2008.

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

  • Royal Engineers in Sierra Leone water project

    British Army engineers are involved in a pioneering drilling project to bring clean water to thousands of people in Sierra Leone.

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

  • UK welcomes the creation of an interim election council in Nepal

    The Minister for South Asia, Hugo Swire, welcomes the formation of an interim election council to oversee fresh elections in Nepal.

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

  • UK companies making most of strong ties with Pakistan

    FCO Minister Baroness Warsi tells British and Pakistani business leaders that strong ties between the countries are helping trade flourish.

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

  • Foreign Secretary Speech for British Chambers of Commerce

    The Foreign Secretary gave a speech today explaining how Government is equipping and strengthening Britain to succeed in the 21st century.

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

  • Latin America Investment Forum

    The Foreign Secretary William Hague spoke about Britain’s relationship with Latin America at the Latin America Investment Forum.

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

  • Press briefing: afternoon 14 March 2013

    The Prime Minister's Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on the Leveson Inquiry, Pope Francis and Qatar investment.

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

  • Minister for Africa comments on Kenyan election results

    Minister for Africa Mark Simmonds has congratulated the people of Kenya on their elections.

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

  • Foreign Affairs and General Affairs Councils: 11 March

    The Foreign Secretary will attend the Foreign Affairs Council and Foreign Office Minister David Lidington the General Affairs Council.

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

  • Foreign Secretary offers condolences on death of Hugo Chavez

    On hearing of the death of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, Foreign Secretary William Hague offered his condolences.

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

  • South-East Asia Forum

    Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire spoke about the close relationship between the UK and South East Asia.

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

  • Progress in Mali is central to ensuring regional security

    Foreign Secretary reiterates UK support and encourages progress towards a more inclusive political process during visit to Mali

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

  • UK commits £600,000 to support responsible investment in Burma

    Minister for South East Asia, Hugo Swire spoke to Human Rights and Burma campaigners at the FCO today about the progress being made in Burma.

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