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  • The Consular section will be closed on Wednesday 19 June

    The Consular section of the British Embassy in Seoul will be closed on 19 June and will re-open on 20 June.

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

  • Ambassador welcomes announcement of UK State Visit

    South Korean President Park Geun-hye accepted an invitation from The Queen to pay a State Visit to the United Kingdom in the autumn.

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

  • Ambassador's speech at Anti-Corruption Symposium in Korea

    British Ambassador Scott Wightman made a speech on UK Bribery Act at 2013 Anti-Corruption Symposium organised by UN Global Compact Korea.

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

  • UK Minister Visits Korea for Green Partnership with Korea

    UK Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, Ed Davey, today begins a three-day visit to Seoul on tackling global climate change.

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

  • 130 years of ties celebrated at Queen’s Birthday Party

    The British Embassy in Seoul held official birthday celebrations for Her Majesty the Queen.

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

  • Korean War 60th anniversary events

    The MOD and Westminster Abbey will formally mark the bravery and dedication of those who fought in the Korean War over 60 years ago.

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

  • Foreign Secretary marks 20th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day

    The Foreign Secretary William Hague recognises the bravery of journalists around the globe on World Press Freedom Day.

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

  • Award for UK Trade & Investment Teams in Seoul and Abu Dhabi

    UKTI teams in Seoul and Abu Dhabi have been awarded Silver medals for innovation at the most recent UKTI Leadership Conference.

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

  • Ambassador Scott Wightman calls on Korean Deputy Prime Minister

    British Ambassador Scott Wightman had a meeting with Korean Deputy Prime Minister to exchange their views for strong bilateral relationship.

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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

  • Foreign Office update on North Korea

    The Foreign Secretary, William Hague, has updated Parliament on recent developments on North Korea.

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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

  • 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

  • EU responds to DPRK Vienna Convention request

    EU Member States have today responded to the DPRK’s question on assistance in case of conflict.

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

  • Foreign Office: no immediate plans to withdraw Embassy from North Korea

    Britain is discussing message from North Korea about the safety of foreign Embassies in Pyongyang with its international partners.

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

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes agreement on an Arms Trade Treaty

    Foreign Secretary welcomes agreement on robust & legally-binding Arms Trade Treaty to regulate international trade in conventional arms.

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

  • The Lord Mayor of London brings legal and financial industry mission to Korea

    The Lord Mayor of London, Alderman Roger Gifford visits Seoul accompanied by a delegation from the legal & financial services industry.

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

  • The Advanced Manufacturing Supply Chain Initiative for new suppliers to locate in the UK

    AMSCI Rounds Three and Four now open for applications.

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

  • Olympic Truce Forum looks to future

    The FCO, the IOC & UN Office on Sport for Development & Peace co-host Olympic Truce Legacy Forum with future Olympic host nations in London.

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