Author: HM Government

The United Kingdom remains unequivocally committed to Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity within its internationally recognised borders. Our support for Ukraine is long term, coordinated, and grounded in the shared understanding that European security is indivisible. Upholding the principles of the Helsinki Final Act is not optional; it is essential to stability across the […]

This Council is entrusted with the responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security.  Yet two years ago, Russia deliberately undermined that mandate by vetoing the DPRK Panel of Experts, an act that has hollowed out our collective ability to respond to the clear and growing threat from the DPRK’s nuclear and ballistic missile […]

Thank you, Acting Head of Mission, for your report and clear presentation today. The United Kingdom continues to strongly support the OSCE Mission’s vital role in Moldova – one that remains all the more important given the continued impact of Russia’s war on Ukraine and the fragile regional security environment. We particularly welcome your Mission’s […]

Thank you, Mr Chair. Over the last couple of weeks in this Council we have heard Russia make serious allegations and threats, accompanying those regrettably with language that has been both escalatory and offensive. Many of us condemned that conduct last week. But we should also put the focus squarely back where it should be: […]

Current list of designated persons for Sudan UK Sanctions List: Sudan Designated persons include sanctioned individuals and entities. Notices Sanctions Notice, Sudan, 25 February 2026 (PDF, 202 KB, 7 pages) Sanctions Notice, Sudan: 5 February 2026 (PDF, 166 KB, 7 pages) Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office notices issued from 28 January 2026 about additions, revocations/delistings […]

The British embassy in Slovakia can offer help but will not be able to get you out of prison or get you special treatment because you’re British. Find out what help the embassy or consulate can offer. Family and friends can contact: the British embassy in Slovakia the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) in […]

The United Kingdom strongly supports the important work of the Ad-Hoc Liaison Committee, and we welcome the constructive discussion that recently took place in Brussels.  Colleagues, as we’ve heard today, the region faces another period of crisis. But we must not be distracted from seizing this historic opportunity to implement the 20 Point Plan for […]

Let me begin by congratulating the Department of Global Communications on its 80th anniversary. Amid a backdrop of heightened geopolitical tension and conflict, the need for facts and truth has never been more important.  We are proud to support the Department’s vital work to uphold the United Nations as a trusted source of information and to […]

If the person who died had insurance, contact their insurance company as soon as possible. Read the general guidance on what to do when someone dies abroad if you’re not sure if they had insurance. The insurance company should appoint a funeral director in Turkmenistan and the UK.  They may also cover the cost of […]

For more than fifty years, this Treaty has been a truly  vital pillar of international peace and security.    It has helped limit the spread of nuclear weapons;  facilitated access to clean and reliable energy; and has built confidence for responsible nuclear trade.   In short, it has delivered real benefits for people around the world.   The United Kingdom remains fully committed to the Treaty and our obligations under it, including Article […]