Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

An FCDO spokesperson said: “The entrance of M23 and the Rwandan Defence Force into Bukavu​ is a violation of DRC’s sovereignty and​ territorial integrity, and a breach of​  the UN Charter. This is a serious escalation that heightens the risk of a wider regional conflict – the human cost of which would be devastating​. The … Read more

Mr Ameer Kotecha has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Liberia in succession to Mr Neil Bradley who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment.  Mr Kotecha will take up his appointment during April 2025. Curriculum vitae          Full name: Ameer Kotecha Year Role 2023 to present  Ekaterinburg, HM Consul General 2022 … Read more

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, strongly condemn the Rwanda-backed M23 offensive in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, and in particular, the capture of Minova, Saké and Goma. We urge M23 … Read more

In a significant move towards fostering economic growth and collaboration, a new partnership was officially launched on 18 December 2024, marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between three prominent Chambers of Commerce; The UK Cameroon Chamber of Commerce (UKCCC), the American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) and the European Chamber of Commerce … Read more

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Secretary David Lammy said: On Christmas Eve, the Hong Kong police once again targeted individuals for exercising their right to freedom of expression, including British National Overseas (BNO) passport holders living in the UK. We will not tolerate any attempts by foreign Governments to coerce, intimidate, harass, or harm their critics … Read more

Location: United Nations, New York Delivered on: 13 December 2024 (Transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered) The statement underscored the Council’s support to SRSG Abarry and the valuable work of his office in the sub-region. The United Kingdom also welcomes the SRSG’s close coordination of efforts with his counterparts in the region, … Read more

International Development Minister Anneliese Dodds will attend a humanitarian conference in Cairo today [Monday 2 December], meeting with international partners, to discuss how to urgently alleviate suffering in Gaza, as part of a three-day visit to the region.    The Minister will announce £19 million of funding for Gaza, including £12 million in funding to the … Read more

Location: United Nations, New York Delivered on: 20 November 2024 (Transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered) The United Kingdom has voted Yes on this resolution as an expression of our longstanding position on the illegality of Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. Expansion of settlements undermines prospects for peace and must … Read more

UK announces a major aid increase of £113 million for people in Sudan and those who have fled to neighbouring countries Foreign Secretary will call for the Adre border crossing to remain open indefinitely and for immediate action to end the violence Draft UN Security Council resolution introduced to push for the protection of civilians … Read more

Location: United Nations, New York Delivered on: 1 November 2024 (Transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered) The UK welcomes the renewal of the mandate of EUFOR Althea today, and I join others in thanking France for its efforts as penholder on the text. EUFOR’s presence continues to play a vital role in … Read more