Author: HM Government

Chair, let me warmly start by welcoming the Gambian delegation, led by Minister Mod K. Ceesay to their 4th Trade Policy Review. We are grateful to both the Government of The Gambia and to the WTO Secretariat for their Reports. Let me also express my gratitude to you, our chair, Ambassador Torebayev from Kazakhstan and […]

This guide sets out essential information for British citizens moving to or living in Ecuador. Read about how our Embassy in Quito can help. This information is provided as a guide only. You should get definitive information from the Ecuadorean authorities. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is not liable for any inaccuracies in […]

Getting help with living in Sri Lanka Help from the Sri Lankan government For any questions about moving to or living in Sri Lanka, you may be able to get help from the: The UK government and the British High Commission in Colombo cannot give personalised advice on moving to, living or retiring in Sri […]

Foreign Secretary announces sanctions in response to those who have committed human rights violations in Iran.  Ten individuals and one organisation designated, including Minister of the Interior, Police Chiefs and prolific IRGC members for their role in recent brutality against protestors.  Announcement follows commitments set out by Ministers earlier this month to hold the Iranian authorities to account.  The UK has today announced a sweeping package of sanctions, as […]

Current list of designated persons for Iran UK Sanctions List: Iran Designated persons include sanctioned individuals and entities. Notices Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office notices issued from 28 January 2026 about additions, revocations/delistings and variations/corrections to the UK Sanctions List. Previous notices See previous financial sanctions notices for Iran issued by the Office of Financial […]

Foreign Secretary says UK must increase international partnerships with source and transit countries to tackle the drivers of migration and accelerate returns follows changing patterns in small boat arrivals, with an increasing proportion of total arrivals across the Channel and across the Mediterranean coming from the Horn of Africa  new co-operation includes job creation partnerships backed by UK […]

Five years on from the military’s coup, the people of Myanmar face a deepening crisis. By overthrowing Aung San Suu Kyi’s democratically elected government, the will of the people was overturned and their political freedom taken away. Amidst this crisis, the UK remains committed to supporting a stable future for the people of Myanmar.   In the past year we have supported over 1.4 million […]

Exporting to Africa Research new markets, learn which sectors are in demand, and check how to export your product or service. Find out more: Get help from the UK government If you are a UK business interested in exporting to Africa, contact Growth Gateway for advice on how to: export your products to your chosen […]

Chair,  The United Kingdom expresses deep gratitude to IAEA staff, who continue to operate in the most challenging circumstances, for their professionalism and courage in their ongoing work supporting nuclear safety, security and safeguards in Ukraine.  Chair,  Russia’s sustained and reckless attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure are deliberately degrading the electrical systems that nuclear facilities rely on for safety.   […]

Getting help with living in Albania Help from the Albanian government For any questions about moving to or living in Albania, you may be able to get help from the: The UK government and the British Embassy in Tirana cannot give personalised advice on moving to, living or retiring in Albania. Professional help in Albania […]