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Friends of Yemen meeting a “critical moment”
London, 23 May 2012
"The UK government is committed to driving international efforts to provide assistance for Yemen’s plans to tackle all forms of instability and help it build on the important, but fragile progress it has made on political transition."
Foreign Secretary discusses Iran and MEPP with Israeli Foreign Minister
London, 23 May 2012
Foreign Secretary William Hague and Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman discussed regional issues, including Iran and the Middle East Peace Process, during a two-day visit to the UK.
Foreign Secretary confirms amendments to consular guidance
London, 23 May 2012
Foreign Secretary William Hague has informed the House that the internal guidance for consular staff on the death of British Nationals overseas will be amended. This comes after a review of consular procedures.
First Meeting of the UK-Jordan Strategic Economic Dialogue
London, 21 May 2012
Representatives from the Government of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and the Government of the United Kingdom met in London on 21 May 2012 for the first meeting of the UK-Jordan Strategic Economic Dialogue.
Foreign Office Minister condemns attack in Yemen
London, 21 May 2012
Minister for the Middle East Alistair Burt has condemned the "cowardly" attack in Sana'a on 21 May which has killed more than 90 people.
Royal Navy Medic attends NATO Summit in Chicago as part of Ceremonial Party
Chicago, 21 May 2012
Heroic Royal Navy Medical Assistant Liam O'Grady, who saved four colleagues in Afghanistan in 2011, represents UK.
100 days to go until the London 2012 Paralympic Games
London, 21 May 2012
As we enter the final countdown to the London 2012 Paralympic Games, the Foreign Office is celebrating the Games, and their contribution to creating a more inclusive world.
Foreign Office Minister welcomes the release of detained British national in Sudan
21 May 2012
A British national has been released from detention, following his arrest on the South Sudan border.
Global Youth Leaders Discuss Peace, Security at NATO Summit
Chicago, 19 May 2012
As global leaders gathered in Chicago to discuss global peace and security at the 2012 NATO Summit, youth leaders from around the world were invited to join them, including Tommy Durham from the UK.
FCO Minister statement on bomb blast in Brindisi, Italy
London, 19 May 2012
Minister for Europe David Lidington "our thoughts and sympathies are with the families".
