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  • Foreign Secretary discusses Middle East with Turkey’s Foreign Minister

    The Foreign Secretary and Turkish Foreign Minister Davutoğlu met today in London to explore further cooperation on Middle East stability.

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

  • Joint UK/Portuguese project strengthens Turkish prison service reform

    On 30 April, Ambassador David Reddaway launched an EU-funded project worth almost 5 million euros which will enable the Turkish prison service to benefit from British and Portuguese expertise.

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

  • Foreign Secretary written statement on Consular Strategy 2013-16

    The Foreign Secretary today launched a new strategy for consular services from 2013 to 2016 titled “Consular Excellence”

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

  • Human Rights and Democracy Report launch

    The Foreign Secretary William Hague has launched the Foreign Office Human Rights and Democracy report for 2012.

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

  • Consular staff in Turkey join blood donation campaign

    British Consulate staff donate 70 units of blood as part of Turkish Red Crescent campaign

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

  • Chevening Alumni in Turkey

    British Consul General Leigh Turner held a reception for the Chevening alumni in Turkey

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

  • Foreign Secretary Meets Turkish Foreign Minister Davutoğlu

    William Hague met Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Ahmet Davutoğlu and discussed bilateral relations and regional security issues.

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

  • Foreign Secretary statement on attack on US Embassy, Ankara

    The Foreign Secretary, William Hague has today condemned the US Embassy attack in Ankara and offers condolences to those involved.

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

  • Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Turkey

    Mr Richard Moore has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Republic of Turkey.

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

  • Minister for Europe renews UK commitment to EU enlargement

    Foreign Office Minister David Lidington has set out the UK’s commitment to EU enlargement to the Western Balkans, Iceland and Turkey.

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

  • Foreign Affairs Council and General Affairs Council

    Foreign Office Minister David Lidington has updated parliament on the Foreign Affairs Council and General Affairs Council in a Written Ministerial Statement.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister condemns latest terrorist attack in Turkey

    "I was saddened to hear of the latest terrorist outrage in Gaziantep" said Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt in response to the attack on 20 August.

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

  • UK condemns terrorist attack in Turkey

    "The British Government stands steadfast with Turkey in its fight against terrorism."

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

  • Mid-sized business boost in Turkey

    The first UK trade mission to Turkey focusing solely on mid-sized businesses begins on 26 April.

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

  • UK-Turkey relations

    Foreign Office Spokesperson responds to publication of FAC report on UK-Turkey relations and Turkey’s regional role.

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

  • Turkey: Changes to tourist visas for British nationals

    From 1 February you will only be able to stay in Turkey for a total of 90 days in a 180 day period.

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

  • Britain and Turkey: a new special relationship

    Foreign Secretary William Hague said the case for a strong bilateral partnership between Britain and Turkey has never been stronger.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister welcomes increased regional cooperation on Afghanistan

    Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt attended the Istanbul Conference for Afghanistan on 2 November.

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

  • Foreign Secretary statement following earthquake in eastern Turkey

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has sent his deepest condolences to friends and loved ones who have died or been affected, and confirmed that the UK is ready to provide assistance.

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

  • Foreign Secretary comments on explosion in Ankara

    Foreign Secretary William Hague: "My thoughts are with the victims, and I offer sincere condolences to their families and friends."

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