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International institutions
We're working to promote international institutions such as the European Union, the United Nations, NATO and the Commonwealth.
We believe these institutions are essential in helping the UK to face the challenges, and benefit from the opportunities of a globalised world
The European Union
Britain has been a member of the EU since 1973. The EU is active in tackling global issues, but also works to support British communities. Find out more about the benefits of Britain's membership of the EU
The Commonwealth Conversation
The Commonwealth Conversation is in its last month. See highlights of the campaign to date, and find out how to have your say.
Nato
NATO (the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) was founded in 1949, primarily as a military alliance to counter the potential Soviet threat to Western Europe. The situation has clearly changed a great deal since the end of the Cold War but NATO remains vital to the UK's national security.
Reforming international institutions
The international system must address the new challenges that threaten the world's stability, prosperity and sustainability
United Nations
We're working to make the UN a more effective organisation, better able to respond and deal with the challenges we all face.
The Commonwealth
As the Commonwealth celebrates its 60th anniversary, learn more about its members, and its values
The Commonwealth Conversation: one month left to have your say
The Commonwealth Conversation is in its final month. Make sure you have your say!
