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  • Foreign Office Minister's visit strengthens UK ties with Emirates

    Minister for the Middle East and North Africa Alistair Burt visited Abu Dhabi for the eighth meeting of the UK-UAE Taskforce on 17 September.

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

  • 125/2012 - No 5 RAF Force Protection Wing Defends Camp Bastion during Taliban Attack

    Members of No 5 RAF Force Protection Wing working alongside the US Marine Corp (USMC) have spoken about quickly regained control of Camp Bastion Airfield post an insurgent attack on Friday 14 September, killing 14 and captur…

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

  • RAF Force Protection Wing defends Camp Bastion during Taliban attack

    Members of No 5 RAF Force Protection Wing, working alongside the US Marine Corps (USMC), have spoken about quickly regaining control of Camp Bastion Airfield following an insurgent attack on Friday 14 September, killing 14 a…

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

  • Close co-operation with the Afghan security forces 'fundamental' to success

    In an article published in the Daily Telegraph, the Commanding Officer of 3rd Battalion The Rifles and the Brigade Advisory Group in Afghanistan, Lieutenant Colonel Charlie Maconochie, argues that recent 'green on blue&#…

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

  • Developments in UK foreign policy

    Foreign Secretary William Hague gave evidence to the Foreign Affairs Committee on Tuesday 18 September.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister speaks about Britain’s reputation in the world

    Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire set out why Britain’s reputation is more important than ever, and why we should be more confident about our reputation overseas.

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

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes release of political prisoners in Burma

    Foreign Secretary William Hague described the release of political prisoners as another positive step towards the country's return to democracy.

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

  • Government publishes Afghanistan progress report covering July & August

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has updated Parliament on progress in Afghanistan during July and August 2012.

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

  • Hammond: 'No change of policy in Afghanistan'

    Defence Secretary Philip Hammond today addressed the House of Commons in response to reports that NATO's policy regarding ISAF and Afghan troops working together has changed.

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

  • 1 SCOTS depart on Afghanistan deployment

    Soldiers from 1st Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland (1 SCOTS) have departed their base to deploy to Afghanistan.

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

  • Number 10 Press Briefing - 18 September 2012

    Cabinet, Afghanistan, honours, benefits, pensions, Tsars were discussed at this press briefing

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

  • Foreign Office showcases GREAT British Fashion during London Fashion Week

    The Foreign Office hosted Vivienne Westwood's Red Label show, part of London Fashion Week, which runs until 18 September.

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

  • Discussing British policy towards Syria with UK Syrian Community

    Special Representative to the Syrian Opposition Jon Wilks welcomed the UK's Syrian Community to discuss British policy towards Syria at the Foreign Office today.

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

  • Foreign Secretary meets former President of the Maldives

    Foreign Secretary William Hague met the leader of the Maldives Democratic Party and former President of Maldives Mohamed Nasheed today.

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

  • Minister for Africa meets President of the Republic of Malawi

    Minister for Africa Mark Simmonds met the President of the Republic of Malawi, Her Excellency Joyce Banda today.

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

  • Joint flight supports UK-French co-operation

    Senior officers in the Royal Air Force and French Air Force traded places on 14 September to fly in Typhoon and Rafale fighter jets in a demonstration of the strong ties which exist between the two air arms.

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

  • Generous public urged: think twice before sending unsolicited Christmas gifts to troops

    With the Christmas countdown now underway, the MOD is reiterating its plea to the general public not to send unsolicited gifts and packages to members of the Armed Forces. Whilst undoubtedly well-intentioned, such generosity…

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

  • International Day of Democracy

    On International Day of Democracy, Foreign Secretary William Hague calls on nations all over the world to uphold the values a society needs for stable democracy to thrive.

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

  • Soldier from 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards killed in Afghanistan

    It is with sadness that the Ministry of Defence must announce that a soldier from the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards was killed in Afghanistan on Friday 14 September 2012.

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

  • Two soldiers from 3rd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment killed in Afghanistan

    It is with sadness that the Ministry of Defence must announce that two soldiers from 3rd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment were killed in Afghanistan today, Saturday 15 September 2012.

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