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  • We believe in India

    Speech by UK High Commissioner, Sir James Bevan KCMG at the British Business Groups’ National Convention in Mumbai on 21 September 2013.

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

  • Applications for 2014/15 Chevening Scholarships are now open in Peru

    The Prestigious British government program is aimed at future leaders who want to promote changes in Peru and belong to the global network of Chevening scholars.

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

  • The British Embassy in Lima donates London 2012 memorabilia to Lima’s Olympic Museum

    Ambassador James Dauris visited the Olympic Museum in Lima to celebrate the first year of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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

  • Sofia Pride 2013: Ambassadors issue a statement of support

    Diplomats encourage people and national institutions in Bulgaria to stand up for openmindedness and tolerance towards the LGBTI community.

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

  • Ukraine 2014-2015 Chevening Scholarships applications open

    Applications for Chevening Scholarships in Ukraine are now open and will close on 1 November 2013

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

  • UK commits to help raise standards of private security industry

    UK joins new international oversight mechanism for private security companies to help raise standards of conduct across the industry.

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

  • Chilean Independence Day celebrated in the Falklands

    Chilean residents of the Falkland Islands are guests of honour at Government House

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

  • Bomber Command crews honoured by New Zealand

    New Zealand's Prime Minister has paid his respects to those who bravely defended Britain and the Commonwealth during the Second World War.

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

  • Why now is the best time to be a young Indian leader

    Speech by UK High Commissioner, Sir James Bevan KCMG at the Young Leaders Forum in Mumbai Friday, 20 September 2013

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

  • Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme extended

    Changes to help listed places of worship with the cost of repairs and alterations

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

  • The Olympic and Paralympic legacy

    The British Embassy Tbilisi staff ran a Marathon in Kazbeghi to mark one year since London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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

  • Bringing people together through the arts

    Don Foster announces £400,000 of funding to get people from all backgrounds involved in local arts projects.

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

  • The British Embassy opens photographic exhibition on UXO

    British photographer Tessa Bunney shared her view on Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) clearance in Xieng Khouang province.

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

  • High Commissioner addresses veterans at Canadian Battle of Britain commemoration

    Speech by Howard Drake highlights the courage and sacrifice made by Canadians during the Battle of Britain.

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

  • UK calls for free, fair and peaceful elections in Maldives

    FCO Minister Alistair Burt urges all parties to respect the outcome of the ongoing democratic process in Maldives.

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

  • Chevening Scholarships for Cuban professionals to study in the UK

    Applications for 2014-15 Chevening Scholarships for Cuban professionals are open until 1 November 2013

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

  • Call for Applications for 2014/2015 Chevening Scholarship Programme

    Applications for 2014-2015 Chevening Scholarships in Georgia are now open and will close on 1 November 2013.

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

  • UK supports human rights film festival

    Ambassador Judith Farnworth opens documentary film festival

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

  • Opening ceremony of UK Alumni Association in Mongolia

    British Embassy Ulaanbaatar launched UK Alumni Association during the visit of Lord Mayor of the City of London to Mongolia on 19-21 September.

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

  • Open House London weekend 2014

    The Foreign and Commonwealth Office will be throwing open its doors as part of the Open House London architectural festival this weekend.

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