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  • Sir David King, UK Climate Change Special Representative, visits Korea 22-23 June

    Climate Change discussions between UK Climate Change and Korean representatives from business & politics ahead of Paris UN Climate Change Conference.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Sung-Joo Kim made an Honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire

    In recognition of her contribution to the strengthening of UK-Korea relations, Chairperson Sung-Joo Kim has been made an Honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • British Embassy hosts afternoon tea to thank Korean medical personnel

    On 16 June British Ambassador Charles Hay hosted an afternoon tea for Korean medical personnel who went to Sierra Leone in the battle against Ebola.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • British Embassy with Poland, Germany, France and Asan Institute to host reconciliation conference

    The British Embassy with Poland, Germany, France and Asan Institute will hold a conference on June 17 titled “Post-WWII Reconciliation and Cooperation: Lessons for East Asia.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • UK Trade and Investment Minister visit promotes UK-Korea bilateral trade and investment

    UK Trade and Investment Minister emphasises strong bilateral relationship and commitment to further partnership

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

  • British Embassy Seoul supports greening a Buddhist temple

    As part of the UK’s Green is GREAT campaign, the British Embassy Seoul officially unveiled the installation of solar panels at Woljeongsa temple in Korea.

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

  • UK introduces Health Surcharge

    From 6 April, all nationals from outside of Europe coming to live in the UK for longer than six months will be required to pay a ‘health surcharge’

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

  • British Trade and Investment Minister visits South Korea

    British Minister for Trade and Investment Lord Livingston will visit South Korea from 16-17 March 2015.

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

  • 2015/16 Prosperity Fund (2nd round)

    The British Embassy Seoul has this week opened the 2nd round of bidding for its 2015 Prosperity Fund.

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

  • Changes to Secure English Language Test Providers for UK Visas

    UK Visas and Immigration is making changes to the Secure English Language Tests (SELT) required by some visa customers.

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  • UKTI to lead Korean delegation on a trade mission to the UK

    UKTI is leading a delegation of 26 Korean visitors from industry and government to EcoBuild 2015 and on a ‘Green Building’ tour of the UK.

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

  • South Korean wind tower manufacturer plans to set up production facilities in the UK

    South Korean wind tower manufacturer plans to set up production facilities in the UK to serve the European offshore wind industry

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

  • Defence Secretary Michael Fallon visits South Korea

    UK Defence Secretary will meet South Korean Defence Minister and pay tribute to the sacrifices made by British Servicemen in the Korean war.

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

  • Hugo Swire's speech at the Asian Affairs 20th anniversary event

    Minister for Asia, Hugo Swire spoke about our partnerships across Asia and the Commonwealth as vital for our security and prosperity.

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

  • Documentary on climate change SBS 4 January

    On 4 January, SBS will air a special documentary on climate change issues produced with the UK government’s support.

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

  • UK hosts D5, the first digital leaders summit

    The first D5 summit brings together advanced digital governments and reinforces the UK’s position as a digital world leader.

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

  • D5 London opening speech by Francis Maude

    Opening speech by Francis Maude, at the inaugural D5 summit hosted by the UK. D5 is a new global network for leading digital governments.

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

  • D5 London: about D5 member countries

    The D5 London summit brings together some of the most digitally advanced governments in the world. Read about their digital achievements.

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

  • UK and Republic of Korea hold first strategic talks in London

    Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond met Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Yun Byung-se for first round of ministerial strategic talks

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

  • Memorial to the Korean War unveiled in London

    A new memorial to the conflict often dubbed ‘the forgotten war’ has been unveiled today at a ceremony in central London.

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