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We lead the UK’s diplomatic, development and consular work around the world.
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office repostedNEWS JUST IN 🚨 Businesses can start trading under new UK–India trade deal from 15 July 🇬🇧🇮🇳
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office repostedHonoured to welcome @RepMikeTurner@RepDonBeyer@RepAndyHarrisMD & @jahimes to @FCDOGovUK with @YvetteCooperMP as part of @MarshallScholar UK-US legislative exchange. Proud of deep security, defence and intelligence ties that help keep us safe. Happy #America250 friends. 🇬🇧 🇺🇸
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office reposted⚽ Its matchday as England face Croatia in Arlington today. Whether you’re heading to the stadium, or watching from a fan zone, take a moment to plan ahead. Stay updated via the FIFA app and sign up for email updates on travel advice for the latest information 📲
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office repostedCongratulations to a beloved Saint Helenian resident, Jonathan the Tortoise, who was today recognised as a Guinness World Record ICON! At an estimated 194 years old, he is the oldest-known living terrestrial animal.
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office repostedUK PM @Keir_Starmer and @eucopresident have just announced that the second UK-EU summit will be held on 22 July.
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office reposted65% of all small boat events were prevented in May through UK-France joint action. Soaring temperatures have historically seen a spike in crossings but specialist officers disrupted more small boat events than the number which successfully crossed. This builds on over 44,000
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office repostedDelighted to be back in Pakistan for important discussions with @MIshaqDar50 and to thank Pakistan for their role mediating the US-Iran deal. The next stage of talks are vital for regional stability and freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 received Mr. Hamish Falconer MP @HFalconerMP Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the FCDO. Mr Falconer conveyed deep appreciation for Pakistan’s constructive diplomatic role in facilitating the US–Iran agreement. The two
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office repostedRussia’s attack on Kyiv & across Ukraine last night killing civilians was barbarous. Attacking the sacred Pechersk Lavra monastery, is a violation of faith & heritage. We fully endorse Ukraine's call for support from @UNESCO. I conveyed our support to @r_stefanchuk today. 🇬🇧🇺🇦
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office repostedBrilliant to see Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi in the U.K. at @10DowningStreet with the visit strengthening our partnership and securing £18bn new investment in Britain. 👇🏽New investment from Japan will support jobs across the UK in clean energy that helps bring down bills, and cutting-edge tech. This partnership is delivering for Britain.
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office repostedLast night’s strikes by Russia on one of Kyiv’s holiest sites, the Pershka Lavra monastery, are an abhorrent act by Putin: a deliberate act of sacrilege in his increasingly desperate assault on Ukraine. Britain will support Ukraine's call for action from UNESCO, and - followingBy striking the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, one of the greatest holy sites of Christianity, Putin has forever put his name on the list of history’s worst barbarians. He should be damned for centuries. And he will lose this war. From the Horde in the 13th century to the Nazis and
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office repostedI strongly welcome the announcement of an agreement between the US and Iran. It is vital that toll-free freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz is swiftly restored, so international shipping can get moving again to help the global economy and families here at home.My statement on today's agreement between the United States and Iran.
