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  • The UK supports the UN’s International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia

    The UK believes that human rights are universal and that lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender people should be free to enjoy the rights and freedoms

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK funds to combat illegal wildlife trade and protect biodiversity are open for bids

    Applications are now being accepted for Illegal Wildlife Trade Challenge Fund and Darwin Initiative.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • UN Human Rights Council 42: UK General Debate statement under Item 2

    UK's International Ambassador for Human Rights, Rita French asked the Council to address UK concerns on human rights violations in Cameron, Zimbabwe, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Philippines, Hong Kong and Bahrain.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Freedom of Religion or Belief in South East Asia

    A case study from the 2014 Human Rights and Democracy Report.

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  • UN Human Rights Council 41: Statement under Item 2

    The UK welcomed the High Commissioner’s statement and highlighted concerns of human rights violations and abuses in several countries, including in Cameroon, Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia and Nicaragua.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • UK Trade Envoy stresses bilateral trade links with Laos

    Lord David Puttnam, UK Trade Envoy for the region, is visiting Vientiane this week to strengthen bilateral trade relations with the Lao PDR.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • PM sets sights on south-east Asia with £750m business deals and new EU trade deal

    The Prime Minister landed in Jakarta this morning (27 July 2015) on the start of a 4-day trade visit to south-east Asia.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • UK helps rid war-torn Afghanistan of lethal landmines making thousands safer

    UK aid partner The Halo Trust finishes decade-long operation clearing landmines in Herat province

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • "It is possible to succeed in Afghanistan"

    Foreign Secretary William Hague spoke to BBC news about progress in Afghanistan following his statement to Parliament earlier today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • London Fashion Week 2014 – Beyond a fashion event

    Minh Giang Tu, the winner of Aquafina Pure Fashion 2013 will represent Vietnam at London Fashion Week 2014.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Survey to identify trade and investment barriers in 7 overseas markets

    Department for International Trade (DIT) wants feedback on doing business in Brazil, Colombia, India, Kazakhstan, South Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam.

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  • Acclaimed UK film producer inspires young Lao entrepreneurs

    Lord Puttnam shares his experiences in film, education and innovation with young Lao entrepreneurs in interactive discussion.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The Public Participation and Accountability Facilitation Fund announces its call for proposals No. 2

    PARAFF announces its call for proposals No. 2 from Vietnamese non-profit and non-governmental organisations.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK introduces Health Surcharge

    From 6 April, all nationals from outside of Europe, including Vietnam, coming to live in the UK for longer than six months will be required to pay a ‘health surcharge’.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • GREAT British Shopping competition: how to enter

    Shoppers in 7 countries across Asia have the chance to win a shopping trip to London and other prizes by entering a competition.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British Embassy hosts film-themed musical extravaganza

    Father and son duo entertain Vientiane audience as pianist Sacha Puttnam plays the themes from his father’s films, acclaimed film producer Lord Puttnam.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Applications are open for 2016/2017 Chevening Scholarship

    The UK Government’s Chevening Scholarship Programme for academic year 2016-17 is now open for on-line applications until midday (GMT) 3 November 2015.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • SME exporting: the national challenge (Manchester)

    Stephen Green's speech at The National Challenge: SMEs Export for Growth event in Manchester.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Newton Fund: Research for food security

    A new collaboration between the United Kingdom and four countries in Asia will be offering grants for research projects focusing on the resilience and sustainability of rice production in the region.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • UK and Lao universities sign collaboration agreement

    National University of Laos and Aston University sign five year intercollegiate cooperation agreement to promote bilateral education links.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government