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UK aid to connect UK schools with classrooms around the world
Film director Richard Curtis joins International Development Secretary, Education Secretary and the British Council to launch new education programme.
UK aid will protect more than 820,000 people from threat of lethal landmines
Pioneering technology will help eliminate landmines across Africa and Asia helping the world’s most vulnerable communities access safe land.
UK aid support for those at risk from drought in Afghanistan
New UK aid package to provide emergency food supplies for 1.4 million people
Study points to new ways to reduce conflict in fragile states
A major research project by the UK's Stabilisation Unit explores the vital role of political deal-making in reducing violent conflict.
Charities who help people with disabilities receive UK aid funding boost
Charities which help people with disabilities in developing countries have been given a major funding boost.
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Minister calls for women to be included in peacebuilding process
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Human Rights Council 39: UK Statement on the integration of a gender perspective
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Critical issues need to be resolved before October elections in Afghanistan
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Our mission
We work in Afghanistan to protect our national security by helping the Afghans take control of theirs. We also work closely with the international community and other partners to support the development of Afghan security, governance, infrastructure, economy and the provision of essential services. For further information on development see DFID Afghanistan.
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Our announcements
Our publications
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DFID Afghanistan Profile: July 2018
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Afghanistan – Prisoner Pack
- Guidance