Foreign Commonwealth Development Office News and Announcements

The draft Russian resolution does nothing to address the concerns of those in the region who have faced unprovoked and unjustifiable attacks: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East....

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The adoption of this resolution sends a clear message from the Council condemning Iran’s reckless attacks against the Gulf States and Jordan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East....

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Nothing can justify Russia’s ongoing breaches of international law and OSCE principles in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Politico-Military Counsellor, Ankur Narayan, condemns Russia’s continued violations of international law and OSCE principles in Ukraine. Solidarity wi...

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The United Kingdom is working closely with the Lebanese Government and humanitarian partners to support those affected by the current escalation: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Lebanon. ...

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UK Marks 30 Years of Dayton Article?IV and Sub Regional Arms Control: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

UK Senior Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, marks 30 years of Dayton Article?IV, highlighting its role in arms control and regional stability, rea...

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Statement to the 111th Session of the Executive Council of the OPCW

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Statement by His Excellency Chris Rampling, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the 111th Executiv...

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The United Kingdom remains committed to eradicating the threat posed by chemical weapons in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 10 March 2026

Statement by Caroline Quinn, UK Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria....

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Change of Ambassador to the European Union

Tuesday, 10 March 2026

Dame Caroline Wilson DCMG has been appointed Ambassador to the European Union in succession to Mr Lindsay Croisdale-Appleby CMG....

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We are appalled by the continued restrictions imposed on the women and girls of Afghanistan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 09 March 2026

Statement by The Rt Hon Baroness Smith of Malvern, Minister of State (Minister for Skills) and Minister of State (Minister for Women and Equalities) a...

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Change of British High Commissioner to Samoa: Andrew Nethercott

Monday, 09 March 2026

Mr Andrew Nethercott has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Independent State of Samoa in succession to Mr Gareth Hoar CVO....

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UK reaffirms commitment to peace, protection and development in the DRC

Friday, 06 March 2026

UK Minister for Africa Jenny Chapman visited the DRC, pledging £13 million for peace, aid, and support for survivors of sexual violence, while boostin...

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Transfer of the nuclear materials in the context of AUKUS and its safeguards in all aspects under the NPT Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, March 2026

Friday, 06 March 2026

Right of Reply on behalf of AUKUS partners ...

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The United Kingdom stands ready to work with partners to ensure critical minerals are a source of stability and not insecurity: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Energy, Critical Minerals, and Security. ...

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Foreign Office travel advice updates

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Latest travel information for British nationals affected by the situation in the Middle East....

Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and UNSC resolutions in Iran: E3 statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, March 2026

Thursday, 05 March 2026

France, Germany and the UK (the E3) delivered a joint statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board on Iran's Nuclear Non-Prolifera...

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International Women’s Day 2026: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Ambassador Holland marks International Women's Day 2026 by reaffirming that the security, prosperity and stability of the OSCE region depends on the f...

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Nuclear safety, security and safeguards in Ukraine: UK Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, March 2026

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Delivered at the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors, March 2026...

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Joint Communiqué between the UK Special Envoy for Women and Girls and representatives of the National Council of the Slovak Republic, 3 March 2026

Thursday, 05 March 2026

A joint communiqué to enhance co-operation through leadership and solidarity....

Russia’s strategy of distraction seeks to obscure its violation of OSCE principles: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Ambassador Holland highlights how Russia’s false narratives and unsubstantiated allegations aim to distract from its unlawful invasion of Ukraine, whi...

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UK Minister Visits Manila for 80th Year of Bilateral Ties

Thursday, 05 March 2026

UK Indo-Pacific Minister Seema Malhotra visited Manila to deepen cooperation, marking 80 years of ties and advancing work on security, growth and clim...

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Summoning of the Iranian Ambassador to the United Kingdom: FCDO statement

Wednesday, 04 March 2026

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has today summoned the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Kingdom. ...

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UK condemns Russia’s escalating activity and narratives, and urges renewed risk reduction: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 04 March 2026

UK Senior Military Advisor, Lt Col Joby Rimmer, reaffirms the UK’s unwavering support for Ukraine while condemning Russia’s escalating actions, includ...

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Foreign Secretary statement on the ongoing situation in the Middle East

Tuesday, 03 March 2026

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper reiterates the UK's top priority is the safety and security of British nationals in the Middle East ...

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement on Freedom of Religion or Belief

Tuesday, 03 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador,...

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Protecting children's right to safe, inclusive, quality education is critical: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 02 March 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Children, Technology and Education in Con...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Myanmar

Monday, 02 March 2026

Item 2: Interactive Dialogue on the oral update of the High Commissioner on Rohingya Muslims and other minorities in Myanmar. Delivered by the UK's ...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: Core Group Statement on South Sudan

Monday, 02 March 2026

Core Group Statement on South Sudan. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders. ...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on South Sudan

Monday, 02 March 2026

Item 2: Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on the report of the Commission of Human Rights in South Sudan. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, E...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Item 2 General Debate

Monday, 02 March 2026

UK Statement for the Item 2 General Debate. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

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UN Human Rights Council 61: Sri Lanka Core Group Statement

Monday, 02 March 2026

Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders, at the 61st Human Rights Council in Geneva. ...

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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

The draft Russian resolution does nothing to address the concerns of those in the region who have faced unprovoked and unjustifiable attacks: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

The adoption of this resolution sends a clear message from the Council condemning Iran’s reckless attacks against the Gulf States and Jordan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Nothing can justify Russia’s ongoing breaches of international law and OSCE principles in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

The United Kingdom is working closely with the Lebanese Government and humanitarian partners to support those affected by the current escalation: UK statement at the UN Security Council

UK Marks 30 Years of Dayton Article?IV and Sub Regional Arms Control: UK statement to the OSCE

Statement to the 111th Session of the Executive Council of the OPCW

The United Kingdom remains committed to eradicating the threat posed by chemical weapons in Syria: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Change of Ambassador to the European Union

We are appalled by the continued restrictions imposed on the women and girls of Afghanistan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Change of British High Commissioner to Samoa: Andrew Nethercott

UK reaffirms commitment to peace, protection and development in the DRC

Transfer of the nuclear materials in the context of AUKUS and its safeguards in all aspects under the NPT Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, March 2026

The United Kingdom stands ready to work with partners to ensure critical minerals are a source of stability and not insecurity: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Foreign Office travel advice updates

Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and UNSC resolutions in Iran: E3 statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, March 2026

International Women’s Day 2026: UK statement to the OSCE

Nuclear safety, security and safeguards in Ukraine: UK Statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, March 2026

Joint Communiqué between the UK Special Envoy for Women and Girls and representatives of the National Council of the Slovak Republic, 3 March 2026

Russia’s strategy of distraction seeks to obscure its violation of OSCE principles: UK statement to the OSCE

UK Minister Visits Manila for 80th Year of Bilateral Ties

Summoning of the Iranian Ambassador to the United Kingdom: FCDO statement

UK condemns Russia’s escalating activity and narratives, and urges renewed risk reduction: UK statement to the OSCE

Foreign Secretary statement on the ongoing situation in the Middle East

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement on Freedom of Religion or Belief

Protecting children's right to safe, inclusive, quality education is critical: UK statement at the UN Security Council

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Myanmar

UN Human Rights Council 61: Core Group Statement on South Sudan

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on South Sudan

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Item 2 General Debate

UN Human Rights Council 61: Sri Lanka Core Group Statement

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